Give Expecting Nothing In Return

This teaching from Gene Smith on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 takes us deep into Luke 6:27-36, where Jesus challenges us with one of the most radical commands in Scripture: give expecting nothing in return. At the heart of this message lies a profound truth about the human heart itself. Jeremiah 17:9 reminds us that the heart is deceitful and desperately wicked, yet God promises in Ezekiel 36 to give us a new heart and a new spirit. This isn't about a heart transplant, but a heart transformation. The teaching explores how everything we say and do flows from the condition of our hearts, and how often we give with hidden strings attached, expecting recognition, repayment, or control. The ultimate example is found at Calvary, where Jesus gave His life for murderers, thieves, and liars without any conditions. He didn't negotiate with humanity or demand anything in return. When we allow God to search our hearts like David did in Psalm 139:23, He reveals areas we didn't even know needed healing. True kingdom living means loving our enemies, doing good to those who hurt us, and releasing everyone who never apologized. This isn't weakness; it's the strength that comes from reflecting God's own nature of unconditional love and grace.