Giving is not motivated by trying to convince people how "smart" and "responsible" and "enjoyable" it is to give...(rather we are to be) savoring and seeking the kingdom of God. Only the greater treasures of the kingdom of God can free us from clinging to the competing treasures of this world. Only the deeper satisfaction that comes from spending ourselves for others can defeat the sinfully natural impulse to use others for our own ends. And giving up ourselves for others can take place only when our own security needs have already been met in the Christ who spent Himself for us (2 Cor. 8:9). Hence, rather than focusing merely on more effective ways to advertise the benefits and obligations of giving, we need to pray for the pouring out of God's Spirit on His people. Instead of bigger fund-raising campaigns, we need a bigger picture of God.

Scott Hafemann

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Fruits, Eggs		Breads, Fruits	1	Loaf

INGREDIENTS

2	c	Flour; sifted
1/2	tb	Baking powder
1	ts	Salt
3/4	c	Orange juice
1		Egg; beaten
2	c	Cranberries; chopped
1	c	Sugar
1/2	ts	Baking soda
1/4	c	Shortening
1	tb	Orange zest
1/2	c	Almonds, sliced
		Approx. Cook Time: 1:20
		— Linda Graham

INSTRUCTIONS

Sift together the dry ingredients.  Cut in the shortening. Combine the
juice, orange zest, and egg; pour over the sifted dry ingredients and mix
with a few quick strokes. Fold in cranberries and nuts, reserving a few
almond slices to sprinkle on the top for garnish. Spoon into a loaf pan and
garnish.  Bake at 350 F for one hour or more. Remove from pan and cool.
From Gemini's MASSIVE MealMaster collection at www.synapse.com/~gemini

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