Jesus says, “Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” It is God’s promise from the beginning—to Abraham, to the early church, and to this “little flock.” Jesus promises the kingdom to us, his little flock, straining our minds to understand this uninhibited generosity. Even to us, so little and undeserving? Even to us, in the face of so many things to be afraid of? Suddenly everything we hold dear in this world is repriced, and the true value of things becomes plainly clear. We are being given the kingdom! So why not sell our possessions and give to those in need? So why not wait on expectant tiptoes for the master? The Father’s free generosity calls forth in us a generosity we have never before known. Fear is now met with anticipation, and tightfistedness with open hands. Vicar Ian Clarke reminds us that we are being given the kingdom. Because we know what true treasure looks like, we can Boldly Live and be Inspired to Give.