Understanding Giving’s Big Picture
We should give willingly and proportionately, trusting God to accomplish good through our gifts and to provide for us in the process.
Generosity
Seeking to Excel in the Grace of Giving
We must choose to practice biblical generosity, motivated by Christ’s gracious example rather than mere agreement with its principles.
When Giving Seems Impossible
Godly generosity is grounded in what God has done for us and begins when our hearts are gripped by it.
January 15, 2025
Questions in this episode: – Regarding Deuteronomy 14:28, how should we view our tithes and who we give to? – Who is the author of the Book of Revelation? – Why don’t more pastors get involved in social/political issues? – Can a Christian participate in mixed martial arts? – If the Spirit moves in the …
Generosity
We all love generosity—that is, when others are generous to us. Christians, of all people, should appreciate the value of generosity, being the recipients of the most extravagant and undeserved generosity from…
Policing Your Motives
Being useful in the spiritual lives of God’s people is aided by hard work and generosity, and is thwarted by cravings for wealth and the trappings of worldly success.
Christmas Giving
The relationship of Christmas with gift-giving may be bemoaned by many, but the connection is a biblical one. I am not referring to the crazed run through the mall in late December or the White Elephant gift exchange at the office party, but the concept of generously…
Shared Struggles & Mutual Aid
We ought to always be attuned to the practical needs of God’s people, ready to do what we can to demonstrate the love of Christ in tangible ways.
City of Joppa: Prepared by a Godly Example
We must appreciate and pursue the evangelistic power of a selfless, sacrificial, and generous Christian life.
Reflecting God’s Inexpressible Gift
God has set the ultimate example of selfless and sacrificial giving that should be diligently followed by all of his disciples – especially at Christmastime.
Giving Gifts Fit for Royalty
We must understand and always thoughtfully consider that our Christian financial giving is an extension of our loyalty, love, and submission to the King of kings.
The Damning Lie of Monetary Success
Our material wealth is not an indicator of our spiritual health, instead our money and how we use it serves as an indicator of where our faith lies and who we serve.
In Light of God’s Financial Forecast
Knowing our lives and our earthly resources are fleeting, we must generously, strategically, and consistently use our money to open up evangelistic and ministerial opportunities that will make a difference for eternity.
The Fear of Having Nothing
We must spend no time or energy worrying about what we need, instead we should work diligently to advance his cause in this world trusting that he will adequately provide all that we might need.
Better to Give than Receive: Reflecting the Incarnational Love of Christ
Christ should be our example in how we are to sacrificially love when people are difficult, trusting that God will faithfully reward those who imitate Christ.
When the Checkbook is Empty
God has called us to love, trust, and pursue him not earthly wealth; in doing so we will find what real life is intended to be whether we have a little or a lot.
Excelling In Generosity
God does not allow his people to “keep to themselves,” instead he requires that we get actively involved in meeting the needs of our brothers & sisters in Christ.
The Sacrifice of Christ
The indescribable gift of Christ and the indwelling of God’s Spirit should motivate and empower us to be extravagant in our own generosity.
What’s the Deal with Saint Nicholas?
We would do well to imitate the good example of godly character which God has provided us in fourth-century pastor of the church at Myra, Lycia.
Using Money for Good
Before we start giving to special projects, we’d better understand God’s instructions and expectations regarding our weekly giving.
