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Jane Fox provides a short reflection on generosity with discussion questions, focusing on "Generosity versus Greed" by Francisco de Goya (1746-1828). She invites us to consider how generosity reflects God's grace to us (Luke 11:41).
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1. What do you notice in this work of art?
2. What is generosity? Tell about a time when you were in need and someone was generous to you.
3. Choose a or b below:
a. A Nigerian proverb says, “It is the heart that does the giving: the fingers only let go.” Restate this proverb in your own words. Talk about thoughts and ideas that hinder or encourage generosity.
b. Jesus warned about greediness and offered a remedy for it: “Be generous to the poor, and everything will be clean for you” (Luke 11:41). What do you think he meant by that?
4. Francisco de Goya, one of the most recognized painters of Spain, often painted scenes that revealed daily life, including injustices. Draw a picture or find a digital image showing generosity.
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