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Paul’s appeal continues Paul started an appeal for liberally giving to help the needy saints in Jerusalem and in our passage today will continue with some practice guidance that will carry into next week too. Paul’s appeal for liberal giving, or generosity. He used the example of the churches (2Cor8:1-2)…

Today we continue to explore what it means to be forever family. We are looking at our values as a church. We have said that the family of God is loving, generous, and hospitable. Last week we talked about loving one another, and by it everyone else will know we are disciples of Jesus. Today, we will…

Introduction The Philippian church was a generous and loving church. They cared for Paul and others well. They gave much money and service for the Lord. They were committed. Paul had told them about his sufferings and that they would suffer too. That death was coming but it is okay because you will be…

(S1) “An elderly gentleman was sitting on a park bench, basking in the sun, when another elderly fellow sat down. They looked at each other for a moment but did not speak. Both men sat there, staring straight ahead. After a while, one of them heaved a big, heartfelt sigh. The other jumped up immediately…

Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the Lord’s work, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. Now about the collection for the saints: Do the same as I instructed the Galatian churches. On the first day of the week, each of you is…

Every Sunday service includes an opportunity to give an offering; the weekly offering is not only a way of supporting the ministry of the church, it is also an act of worship.

Generosity is freely sharing with others the many gifts God has given us. A spirit of generosity arises from gratitude. As we imitate Gods own generous nature, our generosity overflows to bless the people around us.

We are reminded that God surrounds us with a community that will support us. We are encouraged to selflessly serve our neighbors.

Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. In Romans 12:9-21 Paul uses participles to help us understand and apply His opening imperative. I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which…

In Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Indiana Jones is on the hunt for the holy grail. As the bad guy is holding his team captive, Indiana Jones has to go to the place where the grail is held, but it is on the other side of a chasm. He realizes that in order to progress, he is going to have to take…

Which of these subjects did Jesus preach on the most; Heaven, Hell, or Money? Jesus talked more about money/possessions than He did Heaven and Hell combined. Why did Jesus put such an emphasis on money and possessions? Because there’s a fundamental connection between our spiritual lives and how we think…

We are reminded that God graciously gives us everything we have. We are encouraged to faithfully give to the church.

Did you know that all of the brick that makes up the walls of this building were donated? We now they were donated by a person who didn’t go to the church, and the only note I have as to exactly who He was, from a reflection of the time,is a reference to his race, and his character calling him nice,…

Malachi 3:8-10 The Theme of our Upcoming Missions Month is Found Faithful in the Great Commission. This Sunday is really prep for next Sunday and on. We want to make sure that we have things lined up to fulfill God’s calling in our lives. Winter time at Maineville Baptist Church is usually spent trying…

Selfless and Secure When Martin Luther was dealing with The Black Death plague, he wrote these wise words that can help inform the way we approach things happening in our world right now... “I shall ask God mercifully to protect us. Then I shall fumigate, help purify the air, administer medicine and…

Introduction The story of Jerry and Carolyn—and the discovery of giving and receiving. Giving according to God’s Word does not always make sense—but it is an essential Christian discipline that will liberate a person from fear and selfishness. In the Old Testament of Scripture, the Law stated that everyone…

Introduction Good Morning, We are in the Generous Life Sermon Serie s and we have been talking about Divine Grace that flows into our lives … there are inputs and outputs.... God pours into our lives — It should spill out into generosity towards others… This morning sermons is entitled “Dream makers”…

Good Morning! Well today we starting a new sermon series entitled “The generous life.” We are also starting our community groups this week and want to encourage you to join a group… I really believe as we dive into this series on generosity that it will impact us both personally and as a local Church..…

The grace of giving is an outcome of our submission to the gospel. Giving to the ministry of the gospel overflows in thanksgiving of more and more people which results in the glory of God!

Intro: Ask for a volunteer. When they come up, bless them. You know one person came up here but so many of you missed the blessing. So many of you weren’t willing to make the walk, to take the step of faith, to give up what was holding you back from the blessing. Sometimes it is for what we think are…

3 And he told them many things in parables, saying: “A sower went out to sow. 4 And as he sowed, some seeds fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured them. 5 Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they did not have much soil, and immediately they sprang up, since they had no depth of soil,…

What’s the biggest misconception Christians have about giving? That when we give money away to a church or ministry, or to help the needy, it’s gone. they believe this is a one-sided benefit. Once it leaves their hands, they imagine, it has no connection to them, no future implications relevant to their…

Intro: When I say thanks, what comes to mind – walk around and ask Those are great answers. I think about many of the same things. Now when I say giving what comes to mind? Very good, and now we combine them and we find the meaning of Thanksgiving. As we enter into this season of giving thanks, I want…

Giving in the Life of the Church In our culture, in this generation, as soon as I mention giving, money comes to mind. My Money Finances are an essential part of out lives. By the money we earn or acquire, we are able to buy the things we need for life. It’s easy for any man (or woman) to let money become…

Two stories illustrating generosity: “This afternoon my two daughters, 4 and 6, wanted ice cream from the ice cream parlor that’s next to the grocery store where we had just finished shopping. But ever since my husband and I were forced to foreclose on our house we’ve been budgeting our money down to…