Some of us are good at playing church but are bad at giving. Find out why that's inconsistent.
Talking Points:
- A great example of excellent giving came from the Christians in Macedonia, who despite great trial and poverty, were filled with joy and chose to share what little they had to help even needier Christians in Jerusalem.
- All it takes to make a change is to prioritize a budget and track how you spend. Look at what you spend the most on in your monthly budget and try to get your giving to match and eventually exceed that. 2 Corinthians 8:1-3
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Have you ever known someone who “excelled in the act of giving?” Describe that person.
- Read 2 Corinthians 8:1-7. Why were the Macedonians so generous in their giving? How should their example influence us today?
- How would you rate your giving? Why do you rate yourself this way?
- Where does giving fall on your list of monthly expenses? What would it replace if you bumped it up a notch?
- How willing are you to take the challenge of this topic seriously? Explain.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
