Fusion: week of 8/31

FAMILY THEME: STEWARDSHIP

BLESSED TO GIVE

II Corinthians 8 - 9

Paul used the occasion of a special offering being gathered

for the persecuted Judean believers to teach the Corinthians

the importance of generosity.

1.  Giving is an Act of Grace from Start to Finish

     (II Corinthians 8:1-15)

     God shows grace to us, enabling us to give generously.

 
2.  Good Stewardship Pays Attention to the Details

     (II Corinthians 8:16 - 9:5) 

     Paul ensured there was accountability in handling the gifts. 

 
3.  Giving Requires Us to Trust in God's Provision

     (II Corinthians 9:6-15)

     Giving should cost us something because we must trust

     God to take care of us.