Paul’s instruction for giving in this section provide some principles for our giving today. First ,giving should be a priority (on the first day of the week). Second, giving is for everyone, everyone should bring something. Third ought to be proportional. Although everyone can give something, depending on what God has blessed us with we may have much more to give than another. Finally, giving should be purposeful, we need to plan to give. Like all spiritual disciplines giving is very unlikely to happen by accident.
Sermon Notes:
For a disciple of Jesus – financial giving is normal. (v. 1)
“… lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven … For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Jesus
For a disciple of Jesus – giving is a priority. (v. 2)
Giving is for everyone. (v. 2)
The amount you give should be proportional to your income. (v. 2)
“God prospers me not to raise my standard of living, but to raise my standard of giving.” Randy Alcorn
Generosity is our standard for giving. (2 Corinthians 8:1-3 & 8-9)
Giving should come with accountability. (v. 3 & 4)
