I believe that most serious Christians desire to live according to the teachings of the Bible. Some of these teachings are challenging to our faith. Perhaps our faith is challenged by doubt at times and the question arises in our minds, "Can I really believe that if I step out in faith, the results of this promise will follow?"
This Sunday, I want to speak to this issue in a message titled, "A KEY BIBLICAL PRINCIPLE!" You probably are thinking that the pastor is going to speak on money. Yes, you are right! I am being up front with you. Do not fear. This is not going to be some high pressure message on money as unfortunately is seen at times on Christian TV. I will be laying out the principles which guide us in our giving. Come with an open mind and heart. It will do you good.
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A KEY BIBLICAL PRINCIPLE 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 (NIV)
I. EVERYBODY IS INTERESTED IN MONEY
II. CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITY REGARDING MONEY
Tithing Malachi 3:10, 1 Corinthians 9:13-14
Offerings
Alms and Sacrificial Gifts
III. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN PEOPLE DON’ T TITHE AND GIVE?
It hinders spiritual relationship with God
The work of God is hindered
IV. THE RESULTS OF TITHING AND GIVING
A relationship with God is enhanced
There is a deep sense of belonging
Rejoicing in having a part in God’s Kingdom
The blessing of Malachi 3:10
V. THE PRINCIPLE OF SOWING AND REAPING
VI. GIVING TO GOD IS A DEMONSTRATIONS OF ONE’S CHRISTIAN FAITH
A sign of Christian Maturity
A grasp of Eternal Values
An indication of a Person’s Heart
VII. KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF ARE TWO DIFFERENT THINGS
VIII. SIX PRINCIPLES WHEREBY MONEY IS PRECISELY LIKE SEED
It is absolutely necessary for your survival
It will vastly reproduce itself once it is rightly planted
It will return in direct proportion to the amount planted
If hoarded it will lose its value
Investments that bring great returns are always risky
When given to God money is seed planted in the richest and most fertile soil
This Sunday, I want to speak to this issue in a message titled, "A KEY BIBLICAL PRINCIPLE!" You probably are thinking that the pastor is going to speak on money. Yes, you are right! I am being up front with you. Do not fear. This is not going to be some high pressure message on money as unfortunately is seen at times on Christian TV. I will be laying out the principles which guide us in our giving. Come with an open mind and heart. It will do you good.
Below is the outline for this message.