It might surprise you to learn that secular studies are emphatic in their assertion that giving makes people happier. Most of the people who conduct these studies don’t realize they’re agreeing with Jesus, who said: “It is more blessed [makarios: happy-making] to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35).

I want to say something about the growing “Giving Tuesday” movement (yes, yet another new day, but this one with a higher purpose).