Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

SERMON SUMMARY

This week, we continue our short series on cultivating a gospel-motivated lifestyle of generosity. As you study the Scriptures, you see over and over that they emphasize the significance of viewing money and possessions as spiritual matters, stressing aligning one’s perspective on wealth with God’s priorities. Generosity reflects the heart of the gospel and God’s grace; therefore, our generosity should be motivated by the gospel and God’s grace.

In 1 Corinthians 16:1-4, we read the Apostle Paul’s instructions for the Church of Corinth in regards to giving and generosity. They had the opportunity to be generous towards the Church in Jerusalem and Paul encourages consistent, intentional, and proportional giving, involving everyone in the church, and per usual, the gospel was his motivation. 

From a practical standpoint, there are a few things we can consider and apply if we desire to grow in gospel-motivated generosity. If you think of each of these like a continuum, where are you currently, and how would the Spirit of God, through the Word of God, desire to keep growing you?

Intentional or Reactive Giver

Consistent or Occasional Giver

First or Last Giver

Sacrificial or Minimal Giver

Joyful or Guilty Giver

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