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Are you Robbing God? Tithe, offerings, giving, money, All words that seem to be cuss words in the church, especially when the preacher preaches on them. as a pastor, the last thing you want to do is preach on giving becasue you will always have that one or two that will say, “that’s all he cares about…

Introduction The first issue that began it all was a message titled ‘Why Church?’ - where we looked at the importance of church, and why church should be a priority in our lives. Why Church? (Why does the Church & Church Attendance Matter?) Because Jesus was Crucified for It Because it’s God’s Chosen…

Intro: Giving in the life of the Church is so important. It is one of the best ways to put what we know about God into practice. Some talk to much about giving and we have to question their hearts desires. Others, and I fall into this camp, talk to little about giving and leave the congregation underfeed…

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…

Gnerosity is a gracious gift from the Lord that transforms our selfish hearts to love people and invest in his eternal kingdom

Rich Texan son’s would buy extravagant gifts to impress his dad — 10,000 Sky diving package — 50,000 piece of art — Talking bird 100,000 could sing yellow rose of Texas. How was the bird? It was delicious The greatest gift is not necessarily the more expensive one Dad — Tie — Golf Clubs — Wallet — Vase…

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.…

Introduction Before I begin this message and this series, I want to begin by saying that historically speaking, this topic (financial giving) has been the most challenging for me. I have now preached over 19 years, and to the best of my recollection, I can only recall one message out of the over 2,000…

We don’t talk about money There are certain topics we know we should avoid. In the last few years, Donald Trump has got to be close to the top of the list of topics to avoid. You’re never quite sure if you’re talking to some who loves Trump or who loathes him, either way, this conversation topic seems…

Introduction I want to say at the onset, that as we began this series, I spent a few minutes explaining my apprehension to preach regarding the topic of money. I want to make something clear - I wasn’t then, and I’m not now apologizing for speaking on the topic. The Bible has much to say about it, therefore…

Introduction If you haven’t been here, over the last few weeks, we have been speaking on the topic of stewardship. Specifically Biblical stewardship of our finances, and the responsibilities we have as Christians concerning our money. Stewardship (def) administration of an economy or estate; i.e. “the…

For as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you: For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many. Yet have I sent the brethren, lest our boasting of…

Today, we conclude this series on money. We have taken the time each week to look at what the bible says about earning money, saving money, spending money and today we want to look at giving money. First, I want you to understand. I am not preaching this sermon because I need your money. I am also not…

Leader Guide ESV, Unit 6, Session 2, © 2018 LifeWay Christian Resources, Permission granted to reproduce and distribute within the license agreement with purchaser. Edited by Rev. Lex DeLong, M.A. Summary and Goal The construction of the tabernacle, God’s place of dwelling among His people. God provided…

Numbers 7:1-7 1 On the day Moses finished setting up the tabernacle, he anointed and consecrated it and all its furnishings, along with the altar and all its utensils. After he anointed and consecrated these things, 2 the leaders of Israel, the heads of their ancestral families, presented an offering.…

It has been over two months since we last spent time in 1 Corinthians. That’s a long time! You have heard a lot of sermons from many different people on many different topics. Some of the sermons were delivered by people just starting in the sermonizing realm. One was given by someone just leaving this…

Introduction: Message: Leviticus 27:30 30 ‘Thus all the tithe of the land, of the seed of the land or of the fruit of the tree, is the Lord’s ; it is holy to the Lord . Rebellion From God 3:6-7 6 “For I, the Lord , do not change; therefore you, O sons of Jacob, are not consumed. 7 “From the days of your…

“I AM YOUR SHIELD, YOUR EXCEEDINGLY GREAT REWARD” 17 And the king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlaomer, and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is the king’s dale. 18 And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and…

“I AM YOUR SHIELD, YOUR EXCEEDINGLY GREAT REWARD” 17 And the king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlaomer, and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is the king’s dale. 18 And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and…

“I AM YOUR SHIELD, YOUR EXCEEDINGLY GREAT REWARD” 17 And the king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlaomer, and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is the king’s dale. 18 And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and…

“I AM YOUR SHIELD, YOUR EXCEEDINGLY GREAT REWARD” 17 And the king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlaomer, and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is the king’s dale. 18 And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and…

“I AM YOUR SHIELD, YOUR EXCEEDINGLY GREAT REWARD” 17 And the king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlaomer, and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is the king’s dale. 18 And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: 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…

Thesis: God has requirements and will bless us if we follow his steps. Anti-Thesis: We try to cut corners and do things our way and end up with a mess. Synthesis: God doesn’t change therefore he gives us another change to get it right. Introduction — Cooking and not following the process — Coding and…

God called His people to return to Him. These people had become wayward like their fathers before them. God invited them to return and be welcomed by Him. Listen as Pastor Leger teaches from Malachi about proving God.