Tag: Jul2011

“The Joy of Giving Generously” (MP3 File)

A sermon from 2 Corinthians 9 by Pastor Mark Wood.

Introduction

Last week we looked at the example of Gentile churches in Macedonia who gave even though they deep in poverty and crushed by life’s circumstances.  In spite of this, they begged for the opportunity to help the poor in Jerusalem.
The Concept of Grace Giving was talked about

Today we are looking at 2 Corinthians 9 (especially vs. 6-15)

1.  The Principle – The Law of the ____________ at work (6)

2.  The Plan – Give what you _________ in your ________ to give (7)

3.  The Pleasure – Be a _____________ giver (7)

1)  How not to give

2)  How to give

4.  The Promise – God is able to _________ your _______ (8-11)

1)  God will see that _____ are cared for (8, 9)

2)  God will give you further ______________ (10, 11)

5.  The Profit – The ___________ are valuable (12-14)
1)  The ______ of God’s people are met (12)
2)  ______________ goes to God (12b)
3)  The reality of your _________ is demonstrated (13a)
4)  God gets the ___________ (13)
5)  Others will give ________ & ________ for you (14)

Conclusion
Paul closes with Praise
God is the Greatest ___________!
Christ is the Greatest __________!