Charity: A Lesson from the Game of Life

Good day, my dear friends. Today, I want to share a story from my past that taught me a valuable lesson about charity. This tale revolves around a simple board game, but its message is as profound as life itself.

The Game of Life

Many moons ago, on a chilly winter evening, my grandchildren and I decided to play a game of Monopoly. Now, if you’ve ever played Monopoly, you know it’s a game of strategy, luck, and, most importantly, financial acumen.

As the game progressed, my youngest grandchild, Timmy, found himself on the brink of bankruptcy. He had made some risky investments and, unfortunately, they didn’t pay off. He was on the verge of losing, with no properties left and a pile of debt.

The Act of Charity

Seeing Timmy’s predicament, his older sister, Sarah, decided to step in. She offered him some of her own in-game money, without asking for anything in return. This act of charity was unexpected, especially in a competitive game like Monopoly.

But Sarah’s kindness didn’t stop there. She also gave Timmy some advice on how to manage his finances better in the game. She shared her strategies, her insights, and her wisdom. And, slowly but surely, Timmy started to turn his luck around.

The Lesson Learned

By the end of the game, Timmy had managed to pay off his debts and even buy back some of his properties. He didn’t win the game, but he certainly didn’t lose. And it was all thanks to Sarah’s act of charity.

This simple board game taught us all a valuable lesson that day. Charity isn’t just about giving money or material possessions. It’s about giving your time, your knowledge, and your kindness. It’s about helping others when they’re down, not for personal gain, but simply because it’s the right thing to do.

So, my dear friends, let’s all strive to be a little more like Sarah in our daily lives. Let’s be charitable, not just in our actions, but in our thoughts and words as well. After all, life isn’t a game of Monopoly. In the game of life, the real winners are those who give the most, not those who have the most.

Until next time, remember to be kind, be generous, and always play fair.

Yours truly,

Kev