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The Currency of Connection

The Currency of Connection

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 Proverbs 19:6Many people entreat the favor of a generous person, and everyone is the friend of the person who gives gifts.Proverbs Daily is a reader-supported publication. All posts are free, but all donations help spread the message. When you see the word “upgrade,” you’re simply invited to help me make the sacred positively contagious...thank you in advance for becoming a free or paid subscriber.Years ago, my wife and I were invited into a space we never expected to be in.We were in San Diego working in schools with an anti-bullying movement called Rachel’s Challenge — shout out to Rachel’s Challenge — and word got around about what we were doing.Then we got the invite.A very wealthy family hosted a party every year, but this wasn’t just a party. It was intentional.They invited different ministries from around the city, fed everyone well, had live jazz playing, real joy in the room — and then they did something unprecedented.They gave money away.Not quietly. Not anonymously.It was like an awards show.They’d call a ministry forward, talk about what they were doing, and then hand them a check while everyone applauded.When they called us up, they handed us a check for $6,000.At the time? That was huge for us.I was told later that that year they gave away over $100,00 that night alone!The largest check that night was $30,000.Everyone walked out encouraged. Strengthened. Fueled to keep going.But here’s what hit me later…Who Was the Richest Person in the Room?It wasn’t the ministries. It wasn’t even the ones holding the checks.The wealthiest person in the room was the head of that family.I mean practically, to do something like that every year…yea you had to be paid…but the real wealth wasn’t what he had — It was what he could move.He knew how to:* spot good work* bring people together* create space for generosity* connect resources to real needsLooking at Proverbs 19:6 brought that memory back me:“Many people entreat the favor of a generous person, and everyone is the friend of the one who gives gifts.”This isn’t just about money.It’s about relational wealth.The Deeper WisdomThe “gift” in this proverb isn’t always cash. Sometimes it’s access. Sometimes it’s visibility. Sometimes it’s introduction.The generous person becomes a hub.They know who should meet who. They know where help belongs. They know how to connect purpose to provision.And that kind of person?They’re rich in the way that actually changes cities.I like to call that Andrew EnergyThere’s a story in the Bible about the brother of the great Saint Peter. His name is Andrew.Andrew meets Jesus first–before Peter. then immediately goes and gets Peter.He was like, I got somebody that you just gotta meet.And it was a connection that changed history.Some people build platforms. Others build bridges.Both matter.EncouragementIf you’re someone who naturally connects people — don’t downplay it. That’s a gift.And if you’ve never tried it, start small.Pay attention. Listen for overlap. Notice where generosity could move through you.Because generosity isn’t always about what you give — sometimes it’s about who you connect.🔥 RememberSome people have money. Others have the power to move it where it matters.PrayerLord, make me generous with influence, access, and connection today.Today’s ChallengeThink of two people or groups who should know each other. Make the introduction. Don’t take the credit. Don’t try to control it.Just let generosity flow.About the AuthorFred Lynch is a creative communicator, author, and Christian Hip Hop pioneer. To learn more about Fred and what he’s up to now…click here or you can find him in all the socials by searching the handle: heyfredlynch📱Experience Proverbs Daily by Subscribing!Ready to receive daily wisdom directly on your phone?Go to proverbsdaily.org for the app  or just click that Subscribe button right now!Be Wise and Be Well...peace.Thanks for reading Proverbs Daily! This post is public so feel free to share it.

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