Sermons on Generosity
Faith-Shaped Finances
This message will look specifically at our finances and how our faith shapes our financial lives. We will talk about tithing, saving, honoring God with our finances, and the place of faith and wisdom. Sermon Outline “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” (James 1:17) A Faith-Shaped Perspective on Finances God owns everything (Psalm 24:1; 50:10-12) Our finance resources are a gift from…
Radically Generous
This message will explore the life of the Jerusalem Church, whose generosity was shocking and surprising, even in the face of persecution. (Acts 4:32-5:16) Sermon Outline “All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.” (Acts 4:32) The Radical Generosity of the Early Jesus Movement (Acts 4:32-37) Generosity as the overflow of God’s radical generosity to us in Jesus A movement devoted to…
Generous God, Generous King
(1 Chronicles 28 and 29 and various Scripture passages) Sermon Outline “But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generous as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” (1 Chronicles 29:14) God was Generous to David (1 Chronicles 28) God chose King David from a humble beginning (1 Chronicles 28:4-7) Gave him His Holy Spirit to guide him with the plan of…
Invited to the Table
David extends mercy to the household of Saul through Saul’s grandson (and Jonathan’s son), Mephibosheth. Why does David do this and what does it mean to show mercy to the undeserving? (2 Samuel 9) Sermon Outline “David asked, ‘Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?’” (2 Samuel 9:1) Remembered Promises David seeks to be faithful to his friendship to Jonathan David seeks to show lovingkindness to Jonathan’s descendants…
Making the Most of the Time
How we live each day reflects our sense of what matters most and how much time we have. In the churches that James is writing to, people’s lives were reflecting misplaced priorities and a false sense of security in the future. But James steps forward to correct them with hard truths and pointing them toward life. (James 4:13-5:6) Sermon Outline James 4:13-17 13 Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend…
Stewards of the Kingdom
This message from Matthew 25:14-30 explores Jesus’ parable of the talents. SERMON OUTLINE Be excited about Jesus’ return Know what Jesus teaches by reading His word You cannot live off of someone else’s talents Surrender your talents to Christ and be ready for Him DISCUSSION QUESTIONS When you think of Jesus’ return, what emotions do you feel? What talents and abilities do you know that God has given you? Are there times where you have used those abilities for your…
Jesus on Taxes, Wealth, and God’s Generous Kingdom
Jesus talks a lot about money. In two different episodes, He addresses the paying of the temple tax and the payment of taxes to Caesar. He uses both discussions as opportunities to talk about greater matters. Then He encounters a wealthy young man who wants to walk with God but his heart is ensnared by riches. Following it with the parable of the workers, Jesus speaks to the generosity of the kingdom of God. (Matthew 17:24-27; 19:16-30; 20:1-16; 22:15-22) Sermon…
Real Treasure
What does it mean to treasure something and how does that impact our life? How does this relate to the power of money in our life? Matthew 6:19-24 Sermon Outline “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven…” (Matthew 6:19-20) Real Treasure (6:19-21) The reality and limits of earthly storing up The promise and possibility of heavenly storing up…
Real Spirituality
Beyond outward show, what is real spirituality and piety all about? Jesus’ addresses how visible actions often distract from the hidden life in almsgiving, fasting, and prayer. Matthew 6:1-18 Sermon Outline “Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 6:1) Jesus and fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets Who Are We Living For?: The Audience of Our…
Sacrificial Generosity
The New Testament church was sacrificially generous to the point that some sold their property to give to those in need. They were watchful of the needs of others, and it was astounding to all who saw them. They suffered with those who suffered, and were encouraged by those who were full of joy. From our early days, Eastbrook has been a sacrificially generous church in terms of hospitality, service, and giving. We want to continue in these ways. Key…
Proper Confidence
Pastor Matt returns from a 3-month sabbatical to bring a message from Luke 18:9-14 on the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.Maurice Ross brings a message from Luke 16:1-15 as we continue our “Stories Worth Living” sermon series on the parables of Luke’s Gospel. SERMON OUTLINE “All those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” (Luke 18:14) The Situation (Luke 18:9-10) The real-life situation for Jesus’ teaching The story’s situation for…
Rewriting Debts
Maurice Ross brings a message from Luke 16:1-15 as we continue our “Stories Worth Living” sermon series on the parables of Luke’s Gospel. SERMON OUTLINE Key Question: How will you manage your resources? I tell you, use worldly wealth to gain friends for yourselves, so that when it is gone, you will be welcomed into eternal dwellings. (Luke 16:9) I. The telling of the story… many times, the lesson is just for us (Luke 14 – The Great Banquet, The…
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