Sermons About Generous
Worship - Generous
What does Biblical generosity look like? Why is it so important to God? Why does the Bible speak so much about money, economics, and generosity? Should I tithe? In this sermon we'll seek to answer these and other questions about money.
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How to Stress Less about Finances - Journey to Generosity #1
We were created to be generous—made in the image of a God who first generously created us. But the struggles of life often push us to worry about our financial security. Without minimizing the very real pain caused by our present economic difficulty, is it possible that our current reality might allow us to find a more reliable place for our trust? When we embrace a life of generosity—even in times of economic difficulty—we experience the rich blessing of living as we were meant to live. Now is not the time to hunker down in fear, but to stand up with compassionate hearts and open hands. In this series, we will study the Bible’s invitation to go on a faith journey from financial fear to joyful generosity.
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Generous Content
Many of us miss out on God’s joy because we choose a mindset of scarcity, rather than generosity. Generosity is possible when we trust that God will take care of us.
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DNA #2 - Engaging Our World for Good
When it comes to our bodies, each of us has a unique blueprint called DNA. Churches are the same. Our blueprint is found in our core beliefs, mission and values. In this series, called DNA, we will unpack who we are as a church. If you're new, thinking about joining, or have been with us for awhile and need a reminder, this series is for you!
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Generosity - FUEL #7
Whether you are running on empty or three-quarters of a tank, you can’t go very far without fueling up. We all start the journey with energy and excitement but, too often, we find ourselves running out of steam along the way. Ever felt like you are trying hard but going nowhere? Does your spiritual life feel like an exasperating series of “do’s and don’ts” to which you can never live up? What if there was a way to stay connected to Jesus and not carry the weight on your own. In this series, we will get back to basics by exploring ancient spiritual practices that can refuel your soul.
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Money Matters
In this message we cover 4 Godly principles that if applied will bring real life in the area of your finances.
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Living as Community
In Ephesians 4:25-5:2, the Apostles Paul shows us what true gospel community should look like - a community of honesty, generosity, encouragement and forgiveness. Furthermore it is to be a community marked by utter others-centeredness that puts the gospel constantly on display for the waiting world to see.
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EMBRACING the Biblical Call to Work and HEEDING the Proverbs of Godly Stewardship (2 Thessalonians 3:6-15) 05-17-09
INTRODUCTION: Today’s Topic: Work. Today’s Passage in Context: (adapted from the ESV Study Bible): --> Some Major Themes in 2 Thessalonians: [God’s righteous judgment will be manifest at the coming of Jesus Christ (condemnation for unbelievers; salvation for believers); Christians will share in Christ’s glory; the lawless one’s identity revealed and humanity’s rebellion will both precede the 2nd Coming of Christ; the lawless one will deceive those who reject the gospel; Believers should not exploit the charity of other believers]. --> The Problem of Idlers in 2 Thessalonians 3: [Some within the church were exploiting the generosity of wealthier believers and living unproductive lives (which may or may not have been related to their belief that Christ’s return was imminent). These people were not earning their own living and were a drain on the resources and energy of hard working believers]. EMBRACING THE BIBLICAL CALL TO WORK: --> Understand its Biblical Purpose (Ge 2:15; 3:17ff; Ex 20:8-11; Ru 2:4-13; 2Ch 2:1-10; Ac 20:33-35; Col 3:22-4:1; 1Ti 5:4,8; Rev 7:9ff); --> Avoid those Walking in Idleness (v6); --> Follow Godly Examples (vs7-9); Earn your own Living (vs10-12); --> Persevere in Doing Good (v13); --> Exercise Church Discipline (vs14-15). HEEDING THE PROVERBS OF GODLY STEWARDSHIP: --> Seek Wisdom over Wealth (Pv 3:13ff; 23:23; 24:23); --> Work Hard & Justly (Pv 6:10f; 11:1; 12:10f; 28:8; 29:21); --> Give Generously to God & Others (Pv 3:9f, 27; 11:24; 14:31; 23:6; 28:25-27); --> Provide for Your Family (Pv 27:23-27; 31:1ff); --> Train Your Children (Pv 1:8-9; 22:6); --> Save Money as You are able (Pv 6:6; 13:11); --> Live a Disciplined & Prudent Life (Pv 1:1-3).
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Living a Generous Life
“A closed hand often means a closed heart. What is in your hand? Are your fingers open, hands lifted upward, releasing everything to God and ready to receive all He wants to give you? Or are you grasping onto life with a death grip?” (David Jeremiah, Signs of Life, p. 169)
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