Robbing God

Sermon Notes:

1. Levites were the spiritual workers of the nation.
2. Stealing isn’t only taking what isn’t yours, but also keeping back for yourself what belongs to someone else.
3. Tithes and offerings are God’s design for worshiping Him and providing for the spiritual care of His people.
4. The people of God are called to support the ministry of God.
5. Tithing ultimately isn’t about the money, it is about trusting God.

Follow-up Questions from Sunday’s Message:

Quick Review:
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged, or confused you?

Digging Deeper:

1. Read Malachi 1:6. Have you ever had to confront someone that you love? God likens Himself to a forceful father having to dish out “tough love” to His children.  What do you think is the hardest part in doing this?
2. Read Malachi 3:8-12. Do you know what it is like to have someone steal from you?  What does it feel like?  What do you think it would feel like to have your children steal from you?
3. What happened to God’s children because of their “robbing” God?
4. What was God’s challenge to His people? Why do you think it is so difficult to trust God with our money?
5. Read 2 Corinthians 9:5-12. What principles do you see about giving that are in this section of Scripture?
6. Read Matthew 23:23. What do you think is Jesus’ point in this verse?

Taking it Home:

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