New Life Church in Oak Grove, MO
Sunday, October 27
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New Life Church, Oak Grove
801 SW 1st St, Oak Grove, MO 64075, USA
Sunday 9:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM
The Work of Ministry
This is Living: Philippians
Pastor Todd Blansit
New Life Church
October 27, 2024
This is Living: Philippians
Pastor Todd Blansit
New Life Church
October 27, 2024
In Paul’s mind, Christian ministry was a two-way street.
But when we truly understand that everything we have comes from God and that we are merely stewards of all that has been entrusted to us, it becomes a vertical transaction.
Paul looked at their missionary gift as an investment that would pay them rich spiritual dividends.
Giving and serving to advance the gospel is a privilege!
We are in danger of seeing people as goers and suppliers, but the reality is that in the kingdom of God, we are all a part of the Great Commission, and no Christian is excused.
Paul could say this because his heart was pure. He was not relying on man; he knew exactly who provided his needs. Paul had the abundance mentality of the kingdom of God, knowing that God never runs out.
You don’t give because God is going to give back to you. That’s not a partner. That’s an investor. This appeals more to people’s greed than their generosity. You should give generously, cheerfully, and willingly to support the work of the Lord without the thought of God giving back to you. When you give in this way, God will take care of your needs. This is what Paul desired for the Philippian church.
He gives you what you need not always what you want
At the core of all of this is choosing to live a life that honors God with all you have.
Does God truly have your heart?
He gives you what you need not always what you want
At the core of all of this is choosing to live a life that honors God with all you have.
Does God truly have your heart?
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