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In Amos 6 we find out one thing that God hates. Amos 6:8 (ESV) The Lord God has sworn by himself, declares the Lord , the God of hosts: “I abhor the pride of Jacob …” This verb has the idea of finding something repugnant, repulsive, or that which one loathes. This particular verb is a Piel participle…

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.

“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.…

Titus 1-2 Good morning church! We are starting a short little letter this morning by the name of Titus. Just so you are aware, we will move through this book quickly as much of the material is similar to what we saw in 1 and 2 Timothy. Titus 1:1–4 (NKJV) 1 Paul, a bondservant of God and an apostle of…

(S1) Generous LIVING as a multiplying force when its focused on God’s mission and purpose Last week—living out of a spiritual mentality of abundance Scarcity or Abundance—Trusting Jesus to do more with what we have to multiply our ministry to the world —Jesus’ generosity with his TIME —Jesus’ generosity…

What motivates us to give? Can we grow weary in giving? How much do we give? Do we give in faith? Why do we give? 1 We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, 2 for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme…

Christians are under grace as a rule of life Obedience that is primarily motivated by love 17 By this is love perfected with us, so that we may have confidence for the day of judgment, because as he is so also are we in this world. Love has been perfected with us- Lit. “love has reached its goal” with…

Good morning, Gateway Chapel! Scripture Prayer Find places to give caveats and empathy. It’s been said that the two hardest things to talk about in church are sex and money. And sex is way easier. So today we’re talking about money! Why is that? Why is it so hard to talk about money? Money is powerful.…

2 Corinthians 8 & 9 1 Moreover, brethren, we make known to you the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia: 2 that in a great trial of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded in the riches of their liberality. 3 For I bear witness that according to their ability,…

Missions Ready-Part 2: Faith Promise Missions “Every saved person here today is the result of foreign missions. We are the product of someone who was the product of someone in times past that was a missionary.” It was a Jew who brought the Gospel to Rome; a Roman who took it to France; a Frenchman who…

Introduction: My name is Adam, I’m the preaching pastor here at Abide Church Next week will continue series on Exodus. Let’s pray: Heavenly Father, I thank you for a new day and a new year. God, you are great and sovereign over all things. We give this year to you and trust your goodness. We praise you…

Introduction: What are some reasons that we might write a letter? A letter of greeting and introduction? A letter of encouragement? A letter of thanks? A letter of joy? Maybe even a letter of rebuke and warning? Today we are going to start studying through a letter that Paul wrote to a church that, by…

Acknowledge the source. Manage the motive. Receive His blessings.

Philippians 1:1-2 Introduction Good morning and welcome to this gathering of Hope Bible Fellowship. I am so overjoyed that you decided to gather with us to worship the Living God. Today we begin a series of messages that will take us on a journey through the book of Philippians. I know this is a favorite…

Introduction 20 Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound: Grace bridges the gap Sin brought separation ++Man and man ++Man and the world ++Man and God 10 And he said, “I heard the sound of you in the garden, and I was afraid, because…

Introduction 2 Corinthians 8-9 talks about giving. There is ++An Example of giving ++A Challenge to give Giving was ++Expected of every ++More than money Paul was ++Not only preaching ++Not only teaching ++Asking for money to support the church He called it a Grace The Grace Factor 1 We want you to know,…

Giving par excellence We cannot deny it, giving is one of the central themes in the scripture. Giving our heart, our devotion, our time, our focus, and giving to the ministry to continue the ministry and to help those who are in need. The aim of this lesson, our continued study of 2Cor today is looking…

Meaning of Stewardship 42 And the Lord said, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom his master will set over his household, to give them their portion of food at the proper time? 1 He also said to the disciples, “There was a rich man who had a manager, and charges were brought to him that this…

November is missions emphasis month. Why do we have a missions emphasis month? What is the point? We have several goals in mind including: to revive and increase our zeal for the Great Commission, to help you get to know, in a personal way our current missionaries, and to inspire you to give generously…

Big Idea : When you believe there is enough, you start seeing opportunities for generosity everywhere. If we are to be a church that can live out this ethic, it takes individuals living it out. At its heart, generosity is an invitation to trust Jesus for everything. Money is literally value…what statement…

One Great offer leads to a . . . God’s great offer should lead to our cheerful offering. God has always offered mercy and grace to people. First to Jews, to Israel then to all who would come to Him by faith through the blood of the Son. God’s great offering was costly (Jn3:16, 15:13) A high cost, price…

Palm Sunday Foretold by the Prophets 9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; He is just and endowed with salvation, Humble, and mounted on a donkey, Even on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 22 The stone which the builders rejected…

Where do we start? 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever. What do we tend to fear? The unknown…

Introduction: My name is Adam, I’m the pastor here at Abide Church Next week will continue our meta series in the “Sermon on the Mount” but will be starting a new Mini Series titled: Jesus and the Law. [slide] Questions: Text: (509) 440-2259 [slide] 3 Aspects to Giving Motivation Perspective Timing I…

Introduction Personal Story: Bill and Pat (believers who experienced the pain of loss, but continues to trust in God and live by faith). Key thought: Whether experiencing the blessings of life or the hardships of living, the believer finds joy by trusting in God . Biblical Story: The story of Job Job…