The Joy of Giving: Insights from Philippians 4
Explore the significance of giving in Philippians 4 through verses highlighting the goodness of sharing, supporting, and engaging in ministry. Discover how financial giving aids in tangible assistance, alleviating hardships, and extending ministry reach beyond personal abilities. Witness the joy of renewing concern and sharing in troubles, as exemplified by the early Christians in Philippi, reflecting the spirit of generosity and care.
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THE GOOD IN GIVING Philippians 4:10-20 Pew Bible p. 1164
Truth to Take with You It is good to give to the Lord s work.
Philippians 4:14 Yet it was good of you To share in my troubles.
Philippians 4:10 I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 1. Financial giving to the Lord s work is good because it turns intangible concern into tangible assistance.
Philippians 4:10 I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 2. Financial giving to the Lord s work is good because it helps alleviate hardships in ministry. Philippians 4:14 Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 3. Financial giving to the Lord s work is good because it allows you to engage in ministry far beyond your personal ability to do so.
Philippians 4:15 Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only;
Philippians 4:16 for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again when I was in need.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 4. Financial giving to the Lord s work is exemplary and commendable.
Philippians 4:15-16 when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again when I was in need.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 5. Financial giving to the Lord s work is good because it is rewarding. Philippians 4:17 Not that I am looking for a gift, but I am looking for what may be credited to your account.
Matthew 6:19-20 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 6. Financial giving to the Lord s work is good because it pleases God. Philippians 4:18 I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God.
7 Reasons Giving is Good 7. Financial giving to the Lord s work is good because it helps you get your priorities and your faith where they need to be. Philippians 4:19 And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
How to Give to the Lords Work Give to the Lord s work through your local church. Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Malachi 3:10
How to Give to the Lords Work Give to the Lord s work through your local church. Establish the habit of tithing. If you already tithe, pray about growth in giving.
Truth to Take with You It is good to contribute to the Lord s work.
Challenge Discover the good in giving. If you have not learned to tithe, try it. If you already tithe, consider taking a further step in giving.
