Jesus was the model of sacrificial generosity. Not only did he willingly submit his actual life for us, but his time on earth was spent seeing the needs of people and ministering to them. We are given daily opportunities to follow His example. Jesus was the model of sacrificial generosity. Not only did he willingly submit his actual life for us, but his time on earth was spent seeing the needs of people and ministering to them. We are given daily opportunities to follow His example. Often that involves us taking a risk!