2 Cor 9:6-7;Luke 6:38; Malachi 3:9-10; Gal 6:6; Deut 15:11; Proverbs 3:9-10; Luke 12:48
Why, where, when should we give? What does God expect from those he has blessed?
AIM: Because our hope is in God, we enjoy a rich life, fully invested in people
Why, where, when should we give? What does God expect from those he has blessed?
AIM: Because our hope is in God, we enjoy a rich life, fully invested in people
Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life. 1 Timothy 6:17-19 NIV
Principles on Giving:
- Planting generously yields generously. Decide in your heart how much to give - not reluctantly or in response to pressure (God loves a cheerful giver - Prov 22:8) - 2 Cor 9:6-7
- Give and you will receive. The amount you give determines what you get back (Luke 6:38)
- Our lack of faithfulness brings a curse to our community Malachi 3:9
- Our faithfulness in giving to God brings blessings from heaven we can't contain Malachi 3:10
- Students share good things with teachers of God's word Gal 6:6
- Share freely with the poor and others in need Deut 15:11
- Honor Lord with your wealth, the best part of everything you produce, you'll be blessed - overflowing Prov 3:9-10
What does God expect from those He has blessed?
- Given much, much is required in return, entrusted with much - even more so (Luke 12:48
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