Mar 15, 2019
Today we are in 1 Corinthians 16. Yes, we know we skipped chapter 15. Join us next week for that chapter, which is really the point of the entire book...the Resurrection changes everything.
This week we look at that topic that many feel uncomfortable
about, giving. If God owns everything and doesn't need our
time, talents, and treasures, then why give? If I decide to
give, how much should I give? How often should I give? To
whom should I give? It's estimated that the average U.S.
household credit card debt is $6,9291
in revolving balances. I don't know about you but I am
shocked by this fact. The discussion of giving goes deeper
than how much you're dropping in the offering plate...it begins
with how we are stewarding the resources given us by the
Lord. How we spend our money is a good indicator of what our
idols are. Jesus Himself said: “For where
your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (
Join us in the conversation...as always, feel free to share
your thoughts on the topic!
Resources:
Resources:
Eternal Perspective Ministry, Randy Alcorn
Managing God's Money, Randy Alcorn
Money, Possessions and Eternity, Randy Alcorn
The Treasure Principle, Randy Alcorn
Generosity: Responding to God’s Radical Grace in Community, study kit from Redeemer Presbyterian Church