Giving to God: Encouragement From an Unexpected Place

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Sermon Series-Stewardship in an Age of Selfishness

Sermon One- Giving to God: encouragement from an unexpected place

Scripture: II Cor 8:1-15

 

1. the setting (v 1-6):

a. the crisis described (cf. 9:1-5)

b. the stunning example of the Macedonian churches

 

2. the grace of giving: a thread in the fabric of a mature faith (7-15)

a. a demonstration of faith and love (Christ-first devotion)

b. a sign of commitment (willing to change life for Christ)

c. awareness of a new economy (understanding purpose of God’s diverse gifts)