2016
Be a Confident Christian Steward
Aim: To be faithful and understand the meaning of building God’s kingdom financially.
Scripture: Phil. 4: 15-19 NIV
I remember as a child going to Sunday school my mother would give me and my two sisters each a dollar. For the collection plate, we would stop by the candy store and get candy before we enter the church building. As children, we were not taught the true meaning of giving to the church. As a child, I believe the church did not need our mini old dollar. However, as I grew older I come to understand the true meaning of giving and not receiving. It is also important to teach your children the reason why it is better to give. In other words, as …show more content…
The positiveness of giving is to give sacrificially with faith. And knowing that we as Christian have a partnership in helping to build the kingdom and spreading the gospel. The Philippians knew the true meaning of giving. Once they know they are honoring the Lord kingdom, it’s no holding back, they give generously and joyfully. “Paul rejoiced in their unique bond created by their working partnership- a bond that transcends the convention of social reciprocity"(Garland, 2006, p. 259). Hebrews 13: 16 say, “And do not forget to do good and to share with others for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
2. The Performance of giving (Phil.4: V-17-18)
A. When it comes to giving most of us Christian find it very hard performance this simple task. To let go financially and to have faith knowing God is our caretaker.
Our performance is what counts because people are watching, we are and an example to them. “The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching.” (1 Tim. 5:17 NIV)
3. The Power of giving (Phil. 4: …show more content…
And giving with positiveness, display certain acceptance of stewardship and an earthly gift of Christ’s love. And to know the power of giving will help you to be faithful and understand the true meaning of building God’s kingdom financially. Therefore, the mere fact being a confident Christian steward will result in further trust in the endless supply of our God’s heavenly glory. Giving financially is a testimony of worship to the Lord. It also shows the willingness to trust that God will always be there to meet our needs. As a child, I did not understand the meaning of a collection plate, and the value of giving the dollar, it has been money for candy to me and my sisters. However, with age you gain knowledge and giving ten percent of everything you receive to God is being the confident Christian he called you to be. Malachi 3:8 says it all. If we are not giving to the Lord we are stealing. I charge you today are you being a confident Christian
Be a Confident Christian Steward
Aim: To be faithful and understand the meaning of building God’s kingdom financially.
Scripture: Phil. 4: 15-19 NIV
I remember as a child going to Sunday school my mother would give me and my two sisters each a dollar. For the collection plate, we would stop by the candy store and get candy before we enter the church building. As children, we were not taught the true meaning of giving to the church. As a child, I believe the church did not need our mini old dollar. However, as I grew older I come to understand the true meaning of giving and not receiving. It is also important to teach your children the reason why it is better to give. In other words, as …show more content…
The positiveness of giving is to give sacrificially with faith. And knowing that we as Christian have a partnership in helping to build the kingdom and spreading the gospel. The Philippians knew the true meaning of giving. Once they know they are honoring the Lord kingdom, it’s no holding back, they give generously and joyfully. “Paul rejoiced in their unique bond created by their working partnership- a bond that transcends the convention of social reciprocity"(Garland, 2006, p. 259). Hebrews 13: 16 say, “And do not forget to do good and to share with others for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
2. The Performance of giving (Phil.4: V-17-18)
A. When it comes to giving most of us Christian find it very hard performance this simple task. To let go financially and to have faith knowing God is our caretaker.
Our performance is what counts because people are watching, we are and an example to them. “The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching.” (1 Tim. 5:17 NIV)
3. The Power of giving (Phil. 4: …show more content…
And giving with positiveness, display certain acceptance of stewardship and an earthly gift of Christ’s love. And to know the power of giving will help you to be faithful and understand the true meaning of building God’s kingdom financially. Therefore, the mere fact being a confident Christian steward will result in further trust in the endless supply of our God’s heavenly glory. Giving financially is a testimony of worship to the Lord. It also shows the willingness to trust that God will always be there to meet our needs. As a child, I did not understand the meaning of a collection plate, and the value of giving the dollar, it has been money for candy to me and my sisters. However, with age you gain knowledge and giving ten percent of everything you receive to God is being the confident Christian he called you to be. Malachi 3:8 says it all. If we are not giving to the Lord we are stealing. I charge you today are you being a confident Christian