‘The Generous Macedonians.’
2 Corinthians 8:1-4.
a) 2 Corinthians 8:1. They received an abundance of the Grace of God.
b) 2 Corinthians 8:2. They were in trouble and need, yet they gave freely to the needs of others.
c) 2 Corinthians 8:3; 9:7-8. They gave as they were able and even more than that and they gave it from their hearts.
d) 2 Corinthians 8:4. They asked Apostle Paul that their gifts might be used for the needs of the True Believers.
(Through this QT I give thanks to God for The Generous Macedonians)
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‘The Gospel.’
a) Romans 1:16; 1 Corinthians 1:18; 1 Corinthians 15:2. Is the Power of God that brings Salvation to everyone that believes.
b) Romans 1:17. Reveals the Righteousness of God.
c) 1 Corinthians 1:23; 15:3-4. Is the preaching about Christ on the Cross.
d) 1 Corinthians 9:16. Is the Message that preachers are compelled to preach.
e) Galatians 1:6-9. Has no other alternative.
(Through this Second one I am reminded of the clarity and simplicity of The Gospel)
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Chris.
All giving in Church needs to be giving from our hearts. Firstly, giving ourselves to do the Will of God in serving in the Church. If we really consider ourselves as a part of the local Church we should give ourselves to doing God’s Will in that local Church. Secondly, giving ourselves to do the Will of God in His Mission or Calling for us, wherever and whenever that may Will may be. Thirdly, financial giving in the Church should not be out of mere obligation or duty, but rather willingly and worshipfully from our heart.
