Built to Last: God's Blueprint for Finances

Tune in to message two of our series Built to Last titled "God's Blueprint for Finances" with Pastor Chris! In this engaging sermon, Pastor Chris explores the biblical principles of money and giving, revealing a perspective that goes beyond mere financial transactions and delves into our hearts and relationship with God.

Discover key insights such as:

• Giving to Please God: Understand that giving stems from love and gratitude, not obligation. Pastor Chris shares, "When I'm giving to the Lord, I'm not doing it to earn something. I'm doing it because I've got to figure out some kind of way to do some kind of gesture to show him how thankful I am for what he's done". He emphasizes, "As the pastor of this church, I do not expect or demand anyone to give a penny... This is not my church. This is his church. So, it's his job to pay for it".
• Giving to Obey God: Learn about the significance of tithing (giving a tenth) as an act of obedience throughout scripture. Pastor Chris shares his personal journey and affirms, "The faithfulness of God will blow your mind", highlighting the covenant and protection that tithing brings.
• Giving to Receive: Grasp the biblical promise of reaping generously when we sow generously. Pastor Chris explains this principle's broader impact beyond finances, quoting 2 Corinthians 9:6: "He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully".
• Giving to Advance the Kingdom: Be inspired by the generosity of the Macedonian church in their poverty, illustrating giving beyond the tithe to meet needs and further God's work. Pastor Chris notes, "Something happens when we cross over from simply tithing and being obedient in tithe and we cross over into G generosity, we enter into another complete level of the kingdom of God", quoting 2 Corinthians 9:13: "As a result of your ministry, they will give glory to God".

Pastor Chris encourages you to reflect on your perspective on finances and to consider giving as a meaningful way to participate in God's work in the world. Be inspired by the ultimate gift of Jesus Christ. Press play to dive deeper into God's blueprint for your finances!