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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Many have asked, "How should I give to the Lord?" I thought I would share.
I. An Individual Matter a. Not prescribed for a few to provide for all. b. Every member proposition. c. Church is a group of individuals. II. It Should be Proportionate a. As God has prospered. b. Distribution of obligation, 2 Corinthians 8:13-14 1) Faith method 2) Businesslike, no need of ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:2
Denomination: Baptist
We are to Give Grace in 1) Truth (Ephesians 4:25), when dealing with 2) Anger (Ephesians 4:26–27), 3) Possessions (Ephesians 4:28), 4) Words (Ephesians 4:29-30), and 5) Virtue (Ephesians 4:31-32).
Ephesians 4:25-32 [25] Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another. [26] Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, [27]and give no opportunity to the devil. [28] Let the thief no longer ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32
Denomination: Other
The Gift of Giving (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)
Readings: • 1 Corinthians chapter 9 verse 7-14. • 2 Corinthians chapter 8 verses 6-15. • We tend not to get too much teaching on money & giving? • Over the past 5 or 10 years; • I could count on one hand, the sermons on this subject. • Probably because the subject of money / giving we find ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:6-15
Denomination: Brethren
Giving is more than the amount given, it is a matter of the heart. Jesus watches how we live and how we live.
“The Heart of Giving" Mark 12:41-44 A small church in Virginia: needed to have a new roof in the worst of ways, but There was no money in their account. Most of the congregation was very poor except for the local banker: He was an ornery old cuss, and he would ...read more
Scripture: Mark 12:41-44, Mark 12:38-41
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Thanksgiving is not a quiet game. It’s not us sitting on the sidelines. It’s not sitting on the back row. It’s actively participating.
Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! - 100:1 How would you describe our worship to the Lord? Worship is to be joyful and expressive. “Make a joyful noise to the Lord; shout joyfully to the Lord.” As we come into this Thanksgiving week, we look at what is one of the most beloved and ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 100:1
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
If we ask, what is the minimum standard we can give to the Lord and still be OK? then it reveals a problem in our relationship with the Lord. We find joy in giving abundantly.
In many areas of life, we find minimum standards. There are minimum daily requirements of vitamins. There are minimum speed limits on the interstate. You probably remember a time in your student life when a paper was assigned and the first question a student asked was, what is the minimum number ...read more
Scripture: Amos 4:1-5, Malachi 3:6-10
The sixth message in a verse by verse series through the book of Malachi
God’s Invitation to Be a Giver Malachi 3:7-12 I. The Lord’s Statement that Calls for a Change (v. 7) A. They rejected God’s instructions “…you have gone away from my ordnances…” – v. 7a 1. It is a measurement of our love (John 14:15) 2. It is a measurement of our gratitude B. They refused God’s ...read more
Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12
Everyone has something to be thankful for and as Christians we should be Thanks-Givers!
Quotes: "The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest." ~ William Blake "We ought to give thanks for all fortune: if it is good, because it is good; if bad, because it works in us patience, humility." ~C. S. Lewis "Be true to yourself, help others, make each day your masterpiece, make ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22
Denomination: Pentecostal
God wants us to take care of our money and be generous with it. Generosity is the opposite of greed and worshiping money. It doesn't matter how much money we have, we can all be generous.
Let's do a little experiment. I have here a $20 bill. Who wants it? (Pause for response) Okay, now what if I crumple it up? Still want it? (Pause for response) What if I step on it, make it dirty? Still want it? (Pause for response) Of course, you do! Because no matter what I do to it, it's still ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15
Topics: Charitable Acts, Selfishness, Altruism, Wealth Accumulation
We were created to reach out to others. We are commanded in Scripture to give generously of our time, talents and finances in ministry. But what is or should be our modivation for giving and serving?
In his book Run with the Horses, Eugene Peterson tells how he saw some birds teaching their young to fly.Three young swallows were perched on a dead branch that stretched out over a lake. “One adult swallow got alongside the chicks and started shoving them out toward the end of the branch – ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9
Of the 10 lepers only one returned to give thanks. Thankfulness is remembering, returning and living to give thanks.
GIVE THANKS A man writing at the post office desk was approached by an older fellow who had a post card in his hand. The old man said, "Sir, could you please address this post card for me?" The man gladly did so, and he agreed to write a short message on the post card, and he even signed it for ...read more
Scripture: Luke 7:11-19
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
We need to take giving seriously because OUR MOTIVE AND MODE OF GIVING MATTERS TO GOD.
INTRODUCTION Christians should take seriously the discipline of giving for the Lord’s ministry. Others thought that this is optional and can be replaced by other forms of service. But the Bible is clear that giving materially for the Lord’s work is equal in importance compare to that ...read more
Scripture: Mark 12:41-44
God is the owner and we are the managers.
“Now, a person who is put in charge as a manager must be faithful.” - 1 Corinthians 4:2 (NLT) In an article in Relevant magazine, writer Mike Holmes shares the following statistics about giving in the American church: Only 10-25% a normal congregation practice tithing. The average ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2
As Christians, giving is not just an act, it's a lifestyle that brings us joy and fulfillment.
The Joy of Giving The question of giving is not a matter of choice for Christians; it is a fundamental principle that guides our lives. We are called to give because God has set the example for us through His generous nature. John 3:16 reminds us that God loved the world so much that He gave His ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20
Topics: Joy, Giving
As we give God even our weaknesses we find a new depth to God's love for us and we also discover that God can use those weaknesses for God's glory
What is your Achilles’ Heel? Achilles warrior in ancient mythology Believed to be invincible in battle Except for one weakness in his heel, touch it Achilles helpless What are your weaknesses? What is your Achilles’ heel? Weaknesses or vulnerabilities that hold us back May be a ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14
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