Mar 09, 2016
Be Rich
INTRODUCTION
There are a myriad of reasons why people choose to give to charitable organizations.
They want to make a difference in others’ lives. They want to fix a set of problems
or resolve an unfortunate situation. They appreciate the tax breaks that accompany
charitable giving. And while these are all valid and noble reasons to give, is there a
different motivating factor for Christians? It may not be why you think.
Discussion Questions1. What was your most recent experience with someone you would
consider poor?
2. On a scale of 1 to 10, how rich would you consider yourself? Visit www.
globalrichlist.com and plug in some different amounts to see where
you rank among the richest people in the world.
3. Think back to the different service projects that you have been involved
with. Which have been the most meaningful and enjoyable? Which did
you feel were not very productive? Why?
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4. Are you a fixer? When you experience a problem in someone else’s
life, are you tempted to fix it? How is this mentality of fixing reflected
in your approach to giving?
5. Read Luke 6:27-31. Of all the commands listed in those verses, which
is the most difficult principle for you to follow?
6. Read Luke 6:35-38. Should we be motivated to serve and give by how
much we can fix or is there another factor that should motivate our
serving and giving?
7. What is one clear way that you can model to someone else the
generosity that God has shown you?
INTRODUCTION
There are a myriad of reasons why people choose to give to charitable organizations.
They want to make a difference in others’ lives. They want to fix a set of problems
or resolve an unfortunate situation. They appreciate the tax breaks that accompany
charitable giving. And while these are all valid and noble reasons to give, is there a
different motivating factor for Christians? It may not be why you think.
Be Rich
INTRODUCTION
There are a myriad of reasons why people choose to give to charitable organizations.
They want to make a difference in others’ lives. They want to fix a set of problems
or resolve an unfortunate situation. They appreciate the tax breaks that accompany
charitable giving. And while these are all valid and noble reasons to give, is there a
different motivating factor for Christians? It may not be why you think.
Be Rich
INTRODUCTION
There are a myriad of reasons why people choose to give to charitable organizations.
They want to make a difference in others’ lives. They want to fix a set of problems
or resolve an unfortunate situation. They appreciate the tax breaks that accompany
charitable giving. And while these are all valid and noble reasons to give, is there a
different motivating factor for Christians? It may not be why you think.
Be Rich
INTRODUCTION
There are a myriad of reasons why people choose to give to charitable organizations.
They want to make a difference in others’ lives. They want to fix a set of problems
or resolve an unfortunate situation. They appreciate the tax breaks that accompany
charitable giving. And while these are all valid and noble reasons to give, is there a
different motivating factor for Christians? It may not be why you think.