How to be generous

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How to be generous!

• 2 Corinthians 8 9
• Pages 1162/3

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How to be generous!The Background

• Pauls collection for the needy Christians in
  Jerusalem

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An example of generosity81-5

• They gave because of Gods grace in their lives.
• They gave despite poverty and struggle.
• They gave from the overflow of joy
• They gave sacrificially
• They regarded giving as a privilege not a duty.
• They gave more than was expected
• Their giving was to Jesus first and foremost

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An appeal for generosity86-95

• EXCEL be outstanding in your giving (7)
• EQUALITY work for justice through your giving
  (13)

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The blessings of generosity96-15

• The more generously we give, the more well have
  to give.
• Living generously brings glory to God.
• If we live generously others will pray for us.

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When I have money, I get rid of it quickly, lest
it find a way into my heart. (John Wesley)
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Live generously why not?

• Christians in Burma
• Tearfund Living Gifts
• Giving to ABC
• Suffering Iraqi Christians
• Giving to ABC Mission Partners

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Live generously can I really?

• I cant afford to give generously
• I am a student in debt, so how can I tithe an
  overdraft?
• I thought NT believers didnt have to tithe

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Live generously because of Christmas
How are you going to respond?