04 Jul 2021

Guilt or Grace - Week 5

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Connection Church Statesboro

The sermon explores generosity within a Christian context, emphasizing that giving should be spirit-led rather than law-driven. It challenges the congregation to move beyond the concept of tithing as a mere ritual, advocating for a deeper, more personal engagement with God's call to give. The speaker outlines five core values of generosity for the church, including the idea that God's vision is worth investment and that giving one's first grows faith. Personal anecdotes, such as the speaker's experience selecting an engagement ring and a story about a woman giving pennies, illustrate the principle of giving one's best. The sermon also addresses common questions about investing, debt, and wealth, framing generosity as a response to God's grace.

Outlines

Part 1: Series Introduction, Core Values

Part 2: Spirit-Led Giving vs. Law

Part 3: Discernment, Stewardship, Church Impact

Part 4: Application, Worship, Community

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