In life, we often find ourselves lamenting over what we lack. “I don’t have this,” “I don’t have that,” we cry, consumed by what is missing from our lives. This constant focus on scarcity leads to a perpetual struggle, as we obsess over what we can acquire next. But what if we shifted our perspective?

Imagine, instead, if we started to appreciate what we already possess. Consider the abundance we have and think about what we can offer to others. This shift in mindset can transform our lives.

God has endowed each of us with unique gifts—knowledge, money, time, effort, love—that we can share. Giving is the nature of a king. A king looks at his kingdom, sees its riches, and seeks ways to distribute and enhance the lives of others. Similarly, when we focus on what we can give, rather than what we can get, we elevate ourselves and those around us.

Living life with a mindset of giving changes everything. You may offer your knowledge, your resources, your time, your effort, or your love. When you give without expecting anything in return, you lead your life as a king.

On the other hand, if you live in a constant state of expectation—always seeking more, always wanting what others have—you will lead your life as a beggar. A beggar’s life is marked by want and dissatisfaction, forever looking outside themselves for fulfilment.

The choice is yours. Will you lead your life as a king, with a heart full of generosity and gratitude, or as a beggar, perpetually yearning for more? By focusing on what you have and what you can give, you can unlock a life of abundance and fulfilment.