Supplied to Serve—by Justin Renton
November 14, 2022
Sermon summary:
Corinthians 9:6–11 Whoever sows sparingly will reap sparingly; he who sows generously, reaps generously.
Four principles of Godly giving:
1. Sowing and Reaping v6
Job 4:8 The way you live
Matthew 7:2 The way you judge others
Luke 6:38 The way you give.
2. Be a cheerful giver v7b
Our hearts need to be behind our giving. When we do, we imitate God's heart
3. Bless you abundantly v8
Will I fall short if I give to others? God is able to bless you abundantly. Remember who is your supplier—I'll have what I need.
4. Supplied to Serve. v10–11
Benevolence (Gal 6:4).
Deuteronomy 15:10–11 Give generously without grudging, but with compassion, heart, collaboration.
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