Mid Week Message 9-4-19

Message Title: The Gift Goes On

Key verses:

2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Sermon Notes:

Are you making a difference in the lives of people?

1. God is blessing us so we can be a blessing to others.
2. As we faithfully give to others, God will continuously bless
3. Our generosity gives glory to God.

How are you making a difference in the lives of people?

Strengthening families in the Lord

Encouraging Pastors in crisis

Bringing hope to orphans

Tiling floors in a pre-school

Building a road in a remote village

Painting a house

Sharing God’s love to the marginalized

Providing a Sabbatical to a weary pastor

Providing free medical care to the poor

Feeding over 700 children every week

Providing Food packages for the needy

Encouraging fellow Christian workers

Providing education to the underprivileged

Providing a home for the homeless child

Providing clothes and school supplies for children

Follow-up Questions from Sunday’s Message:

Quick Review:

Looking back at your notes from this week’s message, was there anything you heard that stood out in your mind and touched your heart?

Digging Deeper:

1. Read 2 Corinthians 9:6-9. Why is it important to God that we be generous to other people?
2. Read vs. 10-11. What are the blessings that come with being generous?
3. Growing up, who was the most generous person to you? How have you benefited from this person’s generosity?
4. How has the goodness and generosity of other people touched your life? Changed your life?
5. Who has benefitted from your generosity? How?
6. Read vs. 12-14. What is the connection between receiving gifts from others and giving gifts to others?

Taking it Home:

What is one thing you can apply to your life from this message?