by Fleming Island United Methodist Church on Feb 05, 2024
In today's gathering, we delved into the profound understanding that our giving is a reflection of God's grace and a testament to our stewardship as believers. We are stewards of God's gifts and graces, and it is through our offerings—be it time, talents, or financial resources—that we mirror the generosity of our Creator. God has bestowed upon us the ultimate gift of salvation through Jesus Christ, a gift that is not earned by our deeds but given freely out of His boundless love. This gift is not something we can boast about, for it is not a reward but a grace-filled offering from our Heavenly Father.
As we come to the Lord's table, we are reminded that our offerings are a response to the grace we have received. We give not out of obligation or pressure but out of a cheerful heart, reflecting the joy that comes from knowing Jesus. Our previous experiences, such as the joyous tradition of shouting during the offering at my former church, serve as a reminder that giving is an act of worship, a moment to celebrate rather than a mere transaction.
We explored the Biblical principles of stewardship, understanding that everything we have is God's, and we are merely managers of His assets. This perspective shifts our focus from ownership to stewardship, from a closed fist to an open hand. An open hand symbolizes a spirit of gratitude and welcome, a readiness to give and receive blessings.
Our spirituality is deeply connected to our giving. As we pour clean water into a cup of dirty water, so too do we, as the church, have the opportunity to influence our community positively. By continuously offering clean, Christian influence, we displace the negative and multiply the number of people joining us in this mission. Our goal is to spread the influence of God's kingdom, and it is in this giving—regardless of where—that our souls find nourishment and joy.
Key Takeaways:
- Our giving is a reflection of the divine generosity we have received from God. When we give, we do so not to earn salvation but to express our gratitude for the grace that has been freely given to us. This understanding liberates us from the misconception that our works can save us and allows us to give joyfully and without reservation. [49:14 <74TAsxDiKiw>]
- Stewardship is not about funding budgets or projects; it is about recognizing that everything we have is God's and managing it faithfully. As stewards, we are called to use the resources entrusted to us wisely, not clinging to them with a closed fist but holding them with an open hand, ready to share and serve others. [31:45 <74TAsxDiKiw>]
- The act of giving is an integral part of our worship and should be approached with joy and enthusiasm. Whether it is through shouting during the offering or bringing our gifts to the communion table, we celebrate the opportunity to give back to God as a response to His abundant blessings. [41:42 <74TAsxDiKiw>]
- True joy is found not in perpetual happiness but in the assurance that God is with us through all circumstances. When we give, our souls are nourished, and we experience joy in the Lord, even amidst life's challenges. This joy is a deep, abiding sense of God's presence and provision. [43:45 <74TAsxDiKiw>]
- Displacement Theory in our spiritual practice suggests that by consistently contributing positive, Christian influence to our surroundings, we can gradually transform our community. As we give of ourselves, we invite others to join in this transformative work, thereby expanding the reach of God's kingdom on earth. [45:08 <74TAsxDiKiw>]
### Bible Study Discussion Guide
#### Bible Reading
1. **Psalm 24:1** - "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it."
2. **John 3:16** - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
3. **2 Corinthians 9:7** - "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."
#### Observation Questions
1. According to Psalm 24:1, who owns everything in the world? How does this understanding affect our view of stewardship? [32:33]
2. What does John 3:16 reveal about God's nature as a giver? How does this influence our own giving? [36:36]
3. In 2 Corinthians 9:7, what attitude does God love when we give? How was this demonstrated in the pastor's previous church tradition of shouting during the offering? [40:27]
4. How does the concept of an open hand versus a closed fist relate to our attitude towards giving and stewardship? [29:50]
#### Interpretation Questions
1. How does recognizing that "the earth is the Lord's" (Psalm 24:1) change the way we manage our resources? What practical steps can we take to live out this truth? [32:33]
2. Reflect on the significance of God giving His only Son (John 3:16). How does this ultimate act of giving set a standard for our own generosity? [36:36]
3. Why is it important to give cheerfully and not under compulsion, as stated in 2 Corinthians 9:7? How can we cultivate a joyful attitude towards giving in our own lives? [39:53]
4. The sermon mentioned the "Displacement Theory" in our spiritual practice. How can consistently contributing positive, Christian influence transform our community? [45:08]
#### Application Questions
1. Think about your current attitude towards your possessions and resources. Do you see yourself more with an open hand or a closed fist? What steps can you take to adopt a more open-handed approach? [29:50]
2. Reflect on a time when you gave cheerfully. How did it impact your relationship with God and others? How can you make cheerful giving a regular practice in your life? [39:53]
3. The sermon emphasized that our giving is a response to God's grace. How can you remind yourself daily of the grace you have received and let it inspire your generosity? [49:14]
4. How can you apply the "Displacement Theory" in your own community? Identify one specific area where you can consistently contribute positive, Christian influence. [45:08]
5. The pastor shared a story about shouting for joy during the offering. How can you bring more joy and enthusiasm into your acts of giving and service? [40:27]
6. Consider the resources you have been entrusted with (time, talents, finances). How can you manage these resources more faithfully as a steward of God's gifts? [31:45]
7. True joy is found in the assurance that God is with us through all circumstances. How can you cultivate this deep, abiding joy in your life, especially during challenging times? [43:45]
Day 1: Gratitude in Generosity
Generosity is not merely a transaction; it is an expression of the grace that has been lavishly poured upon us. When one gives, it is not to earn favor or salvation, which are gifts that cannot be bought, but to show appreciation for the unmerited grace received. This act of giving should stem from a place of thankfulness, recognizing that everything one has is a blessing from above. It is a celebration of the divine generosity that has been experienced, a way to honor the ultimate gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. This understanding frees individuals from the misconception that their works can save them, allowing them to give joyfully and without reservation [49:14].
"For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich." - 2 Corinthians 8:9
Reflection: How can you express your gratitude for God's grace through your actions and giving this week?
Day 2: The Heart of Stewardship
Stewardship is a profound recognition that everything in possession is not truly owned, but entrusted by God. As stewards, the call is to manage these resources with faithfulness and wisdom. This perspective shifts the focus from personal ownership to divine stewardship, encouraging a posture of an open hand rather than a closed fist. An open hand symbolizes a spirit of generosity and readiness to share the blessings received. It is a reminder to serve others with the resources entrusted, whether they be time, talents, or financial means, and to do so with a spirit of gratitude and willingness [31:45].
"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." - 1 Peter 4:10
Reflection: What is one resource God has entrusted to you, and how can you use it to serve others this week?
Day 3: Joyful Worship Through Giving
Giving is an integral part of worship, an act that should be approached with joy and enthusiasm. It is a moment to celebrate the opportunity to give back to God in response to His abundant blessings. This celebration can take many forms, from shouting during the offering to quietly placing a gift on the communion table. The act of giving is not about the amount or the visibility of the contribution but about the heart's posture, reflecting the joy that comes from a relationship with Jesus. It is a chance to express worship and gratitude in a tangible way, rejoicing in the privilege of being able to contribute to God's work [41:42].
"Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." - 2 Corinthians 9:7
Reflection: In what ways can you transform your act of giving into a more joyful expression of worship?
Day 4: The Assurance of Joy in Giving
True joy is found in the assurance of God's presence through all circumstances. When one gives, it is an opportunity for the soul to be nourished and to experience joy in the Lord, even amidst life's challenges. This joy is not a fleeting emotion but a deep, abiding sense of God's presence and provision. It is a reminder that happiness is not dependent on external situations but on the internal certainty of God's love and faithfulness. Giving becomes a conduit for experiencing this joy, as it aligns one's actions with God's generous nature and purposes [43:45].
"Though the fig tree should not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines, the produce of the olive fail and the fields yield no food, the flock be cut off from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will take joy in the God of my salvation." - Habakkuk 3:17-18
Reflection: How does giving enhance your sense of joy in God's presence, even when facing difficulties?
Day 5: Transformative Influence Through Giving
The Displacement Theory in spiritual practice suggests that by consistently contributing positive, Christian influence to our surroundings, we can gradually transform our community. As the church, the opportunity to influence the community positively is like pouring clean water into a cup of dirty water; the clean influence displaces the negative. This metaphor illustrates the transformative power of giving oneself to others, inviting them to join in the work of expanding God's kingdom on earth. It is a call to be agents of change, using the resources and influence given to make a positive impact in the world [45:08].
"Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." - Matthew 5:16
Reflection: What is one way you can positively influence your community this week through your giving?
**Transcript:**
Fun, and so Ron's wife says, "Honey, we need a china cabinet for the china. Go down to the bank and get our money out."
So Ron goes down to the bank, and he goes up to the teller and fills out the deposit slip. "I want my money out of here."
The teller gets this deer-in-headlights look and says, "Oh no, you're that Ron. Did I do something wrong? No, Dustin wants to see you in his office now."
Dustin would never really do this; he's on the front row in church. He's a good guy. Okay, so this is an example. Please don't pick on him later, um, because he didn't know I was going to do this to him.
So Ron goes into Dustin's office, and Dustin says, "Oh no, you're here."
"Yeah, I'm here. What's up?"
He said, "Well, I got to tell you, my wife and I needed some stuff. How many of y'all ever needed some stuff? I needed a new car, I needed some new clothes, I needed to go on a cruise. My SEO needed a sister. How many of y'all needed? I like stuff. My name is Dave, and I like stuff. Hi, Dave. Y'all are my support group."
So we took some of your money, and we went on a cruise.
"Do what? You took my money, and you went on a cruise? Do what?"
Now, I don't know about y'all, but it would take me about, as soon as I figure out this character stole my money, as hard as it is to get $1,000, I mean, I lose my religion right there. In Tennessee, we call that having a duck fit.
"I want my money! I want my money now! You mean you stole my money? You needed a cruise? Well, I'm going to choke you!"
How would you feel if you trusted your money to someone to manage it for you, and they mishandled it? How would you feel? That's how I would feel.
Now, let's change their names for a minute. You're going to get a promotion. You ready? This position doesn't actually represent you, and I tricked you. This position represents God. This position doesn't represent a banker; this position represents you and I. God owns it.
[Applause]
All right, friends, this morning's message is called "The Myth About Money." The number one myth about money, if you'd like to follow along with the sermon series notes this week's notes, you can do so in the app by clicking on that worship tab and clicking sermon notes. If you're watching online, you can also find that in the link with the message.
So, um, the number one myth about money: giving is the heart of humanity. It's the heart of all that we do. The reality is that we were created to be givers. Don't believe me? Go find a toddler and see how much they want to share what they have with you.
Now, sometimes they want to share things we don't want shared, right? Like their half-eaten sandwich, and they want to take a bite, give a bite, take a bite, give a bite. And I love you, child, but even when you were two, I didn't want your food.
Okay, kids are not overly clean. They've got the snotty noses and all the stuff, and I just don't want that in my food, even though they're mine. But we were created to be givers.
And see, the thing is that people understand something very fundamental, and that is the signs of our hands. Okay? If you see someone coming at you with a closed fist like this, universally, whatever language they speak, if they're coming at you like this, you're going to expect they're angry, aren't you?
They could be yelling in some language that doesn't even exist in the world, but if they're coming at you like this, this closed fist means anger or it means harm. But an open hand, that's universal too. It's welcoming and friendly.
I mean, unless you got my dog, which we won't get into my dog, but unless you got my dog, if you take your hand like this to a dog, most of the time, the dog's going to come to you, unless it's mine. But most dogs are going to come when you put a hand down like this because an open hand is a sign of welcoming and invitation.
And most of us, we talked last week and the week before about our views of how when we earn our money, and sometimes we have a spirit that's, "It's mine, and I got to hold on to it." But that creates this spirit like a closed fist.
When we have a spirit of gratitude, we create a hand that is open. See, a closed fist doesn't let anything else in, but it also can create an environment where we're so tight to everything that we forget what we have and where it came from.
Whereas an open hand, we may let some things leave, but we're also not so attached to everything that it becomes the center of everything. Our attitude towards our money, whether it's open or closed, is an indication of our spirit and our heart.
So understanding the biblical principles around this—who owns everything and what our heart is—is what we call stewardship.
Now, I know y'all are like, "Oh, she said the word, the 's' word." We don't like the stewardship word. Many of you feel this way, but the reality is that stewardship in the church has often been used poorly, right? We've been used to raise money.
Right? Stewardship campaigns are because we're trying to fund something. We want to fund a budget, we want to fund a building, we want to fund a playground. That's not what stewardship is. It has nothing to do with funding anything.
So today we're going to talk about some of the biblical principles of what it is so that we can remember what it's not. So don't turn your ears off on me. Can we agree to that? Okay, great.
We're going to start in Luke chapter 10. Is that right? No, Psalms. We're in Psalms, aren't we? Okay, great. Let's go on to Psalms.
Okay, Psalm 24:1. See, my notes are wrong. Psalm 24:1. I'm very dependent on my notes being right, and if they're wrong, I'm in trouble.
All right, 24:1: "The earth is the Lord's and everything in it, the world and all its people belong to him."
Now, we looked at this in the very first sermon of the series. Everything that we have is actually God's because everything is God's. God created us. God created the world. God created the animals. God created the trees. He created the elements to create our house. He created everything.
The Bible says that it's all His. So the reason that we sometimes forget that is because we get into this mentality of, "Well, that piece is mine, and that piece is mine," and therefore, you know, "I earned it," and we talked about that in the spirit piece.
But when we remember that ownership piece, it helps because we go back to the open hand thing. So it actually means that we, as the video of Dave says, that we are an asset manager. We are managing what God has given us, and we are making sure we do the very best with it.
Now, we've talked in this series a lot about the fact that God doesn't want us to live on nothing. He doesn't want us to be like monks and live in poverty and only have one outfit and only eat like beans and rice every day. That's not the intention, right? Yes? Okay, good. We're together.
So what does it mean? You can go ahead and keep going for me, Bob.
So what it means is the word "steward" is actually a really old word that we just keep reusing, and it's not in our modern language, so we have a hard time with it. But the idea of steward is that, um, you had a—in old, old England, you had a castle, and the Lord owned all the property, and he had a steward who took care of everything.
And the steward got to reap all the benefits of the Lord's property, right? He was like a landlord, kind of, and so he got to live in the nicest house, and he got to live on the property, and he got to eat all the food. But his responsibility was to oversee all the property and all the assets and make sure all worked.
So the King James translated, in the original, the first English translation, the word "steward." Early on, we go on to the next one for me, Bob. My thing froze, so you're going to have to move for me.
Okay, so in First Corinthians, we have where this was translated for us, and in King James, it says, "Moreover, it is required in stewards that a man be found faithful."
So we've used this word ever since the old English, okay? Does anyone speak Old English naturally? Okay, just checking. There's a lot of stuff from the King James that we've kind of adapted into society because it was the first English translation, but we don't speak Old English anymore.
So in a modern translation, you might see, as in the New Living, as a manager. So that would be a word for us today. So we are managers of what God has given us.
So why is it that we give? Well, we give because God has given us the opportunity to give. First, He was the first giver. He gave us what we needed to give, and because He gave to us first, we are also giving back because we are responding.
So you might wonder, "Well, what did God give first?" Well, the most big gift of all was Jesus. And you can probably quote John 3:16 with me, but if you remember, "God so loved the world, He gave." Every translation has it that way. Look them all up if you want. King James on, He gave His one and only Son.
God is a giver. He's been a giver from the beginning. And the thing is, friends, we are created in God's image, and because we're created in God's image, we are givers too.
And if you forget, back in Genesis, I'll go ahead and read it again, but Genesis chapter 2, God created human beings in His own image. We've referenced that verse a couple times recently.
So if God's a giver and we're created like God, then we were all created to give. Now, we all give different things. Some of us give of our time more naturally, and some of us give of our talents more naturally, and some of us give of our finances more naturally.
But we're all called to use all the things that we have, and when we give, we reflect God. We reflect who Jesus is within us, and it brings us closer and deeper into that relationship.
I want you to think for a moment. Think about the last time you did something, whether it be with your time, your talents, or your financial gifts for another person just because you felt you needed to.
And think about how that nourished your soul. We're not talking about this saving your soul. We're not talking about salvation requiring you to do this. I just want you to think about the last time you were nourished because you drew deeper into the part of your identity that connected this to your journey.
I don't know about you, but there's something in me every time I connect deeper with serving another person selflessly, using my talents to benefit another person, or giving of my finances to help others. There's something in me that always grows deeper because of it.
If I sacrifice something for myself so that somebody else can benefit, I always grow deeper because of it because I'm reflecting God. That's the intention of giving.
Now, there are some wonderful things in the New Testament. I'll just say people tell me all the time that the Old Testament is the only thing that talks about giving, and it's different because the Old Testament talks about the laws, and the New Testament talks about Christ.
So let's look a little bit more in the New Testament because in First Corinthians, it says this: "When God loves a person who gives cheerfully." That's interesting, isn't it?
Because Jesus talked a little bit in other stories about people not doing it just because you have to and making a big show of it. In my previous church, we had a tradition. Don't you love local church traditions? Right? Every local congregation has their own traditions. Do you realize that?
Okay, if you didn't know that, it's a thing. So my previous congregation had this tradition when we passed the plate for the offering. We shouted, "Enjoy!" We called it the joy moment, and they go, "Let's receive the offering," and everyone would go, "Woo!"
I didn't do that loud because, you know, I'm on the microphone, but the whole room would go, "Woo!" all at the same time. We would shout for joy, and the new people thought we were crazy.
But the youth started it one time, like early in the youth ministry. They had this lesson on giving joyfully, and so one day the plates were passed, and one student just shouted, and it caught on, and they all just started shouting every time the offering started moving.
About when I first—my first Sunday I got there, I looked around, and I'm like, "What are these people doing? I've never seen people shout when the plates pass. Normally, people just look the other way and pass it like that, like no one's looking at me."
Right? And they're shouting. The intention is that when we give, friends, it's worship. And this congregation decided to not make it the, "Oh, the plates are coming" moment, but the, "The plates are coming" moment.
And that's part of the reason why I haven't changed bringing your offering up when you come to the table because in the very first order of worship, the very, very, very first in the first book of worship before the United Methodist Church and the very, very beginning of the institutionalized church, the offering was at the time of communion because it's what we call the response to God.
And it's us saying, "God, this is what I have to give you. I give you my heart, I give you my confessions, and I give you whatever I have to give." That's why it's all at one time because you're bringing it all to God.
And if somebody decided to shout at communion, I'd be completely fine with that. It wouldn't bother me at all because what is more exciting than Jesus forgiving our sins? Amen?
So, and one more scripture I want to share with you, and this is from First Chronicles, and that is that when people rejoice over the offerings—this is Old Testament too—when people rejoiced, they had given freely and wholeheartedly to the Lord, and King David was filled with joy.
Meaning that the more we do this, the more our souls are fed.
Now, let me define joy for a second. Joy does not mean I'm always happy in life. There's this idea that we have to always be happy, and happiness is not a 24/7 thing.
But joy in the Lord comes even when life is hard and even when I'm struggling and even when the dark days come. Joy in the Lord comes when I know that God is with me no matter what's going on.
And when the demons are knocking at my soul, the idea being that when people are giving their offerings, their soul is nourished, and they find more joy in the Lord.
So this is why I take time to talk about giving. I care about your spirituality. Have y'all once heard me, other than today, talk anything about a budget? Because I'm not up here talking about funding a budget or anything about that. Friends, I care about your spiritual life.
And I believe our spirituality is about us putting God in the center, and when God's in the center, we grow deeper. There's this theory called displacement theory, and in displacement theory, the idea is that you could have a cup of dirty water, and if you flow clean water into the dirty water long enough, the water will become clean.
And the idea being that in our community, our society, if we as the church continue to flow clean Christian water, Christian influence into all of our spaces—into our businesses, into our jobs, into our community centers, into our schools, into our mom groups, and to wherever we go—if we keep flowing clean water continuously over and over and over again, eventually we will displace the other influences.
Does that take time? Mhm, it does. But we then eventually multiply the people joining us in displacing the other influences in our community, and we do incredible ministry in the process.
When I shared the statistics of what we did last year, one of the things that I hope didn't get missed is, friends, we have many new people in our congregation that, until they came to us, did not have a church they called home.
There is nothing more exciting than that piece right there. That's displacement theory. We're multiplying the amount of people bringing clean water, metaphorically, to our community.
And it's my hope that as we join together to do this, we will do the work our community needs. And when we think about giving to God, we do so to help spread the influence in our community.
And this is the thing: this is how much giving matters to me. If you want to give to something and you don't believe our church is where you want to give, then it does not matter as long as you're giving.
Because what matters to God is that you're giving to something that benefits the kingdom of God. It's about our soul. If you want to ask me questions about what we do with our money and how we manage it and all those things, our finances are public knowledge. They're open. I will show you whatever you want to see.
But it's about us and our heart and God, and your spiritual journey is important to me.
Would you pray with me?
Almighty God, I am thankful that in my life, you continue to flow clean water and disperse the water that is not clean. And I ask, Lord, that you use me to do so and the people around me, that you use our congregation to do so so that we may be a positive effect on the people around us.
Lord, today as we prepare to come to your table, wash us clean so that the effect that we have is only the effect of clean water and we don't do anything to bring unclean effects on anybody around. We pray this in your holy name. Amen.
Friends, as we prepare to come to the table, as I was talking about the gift that God gave us, I just wanted to point out that this is a wonderful time to bring your response card, if you have it, to God.
And you know, this is the sign of the gift that Jesus gave us. Even before we were a thought, He gave the gift of grace. One more passage for you from Ephesians chapter 2. God talks about that giving, and He says that God gave the grace of Jesus even before any of us believed.
And we can't take credit for this gift. It is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for good things that we have done, so none of it can be boasted by us, which also means it doesn't matter how much we give and what we do and how much we serve and how many times we come to worship.
Our salvation is just a gift. So this table is the ultimate sign of God's gift and grace to us, and we give because God has called us to help share salvation with others.
Give that gift to them. So I would love for you all to be a part of sharing that salvation with others by whatever you feel like you can, but please don't feel pressured in that.
And come have a conversation if you want, but we are stewards of God's gifts and graces to us. And if you haven't taken a card home, take it home and pray over it. There's no timeline on when you have to turn these in, but we love to help others who don't have a church home to find one home with us.
This table is open to all. There's no requirement, and the only thing God asks is that we confess our sins together.
So we ask this morning that you will join us as we join together in the confession. You'll find the confession on the screen. Would you join me now?
"Merciful God, we confess that we have been distracted with many things and have not loved you with our whole heart and strength. We have not paid attention to your word. We've allowed the poor to be neglected and the weak to be oppressed.
We have been impatient in worship and insincere in our dealings with others. We have ignored signs of injustice and disregarded warnings of judgment. Forgive us, we pray, and teach us repentance. Free us from our habits of pride and make us steadfast in faith that we may live as those who are reconciled with you in Jesus Christ."
Take a moment, lift anything to God you need to lift in your heart.
1) "When we have a spirit of gratitude, we create a hand that is open... An open hand symbolizes a spirit of gratitude and welcome, a readiness to give and receive blessings." [30:30 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
2) "Our attitude towards our money, whether it's open or closed, is an indication of our spirit and our heart." [30:30 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
3) "There's something in me every time I connect deeper with serving another person selflessly... I always grow deeper because of it because I'm reflecting God." [39:24 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
4) "The intention of giving is that when we give, friends, it's worship... the offering was at the time of communion because it's what we call the response to God." [41:42 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
5) "Joy in the Lord comes even when life is hard... when people are giving their offerings, their soul is nourished and they find more joy in the Lord." [43:45 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
6) "In displacement Theory... if we as the church continue to flow clean Christian water into all of our spaces... eventually we will displace the other influences." [45:08 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
7) "We are stewards of God's gifts and Graces to us... we are managing what God has given us and we are making sure we do the very best with it." [33:53 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
8) "God is a giver... because we're created in God's image, we are givers too... when we give, we reflect who Jesus is within us." [37:26 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
9) "If you want to give to something and you don't believe our church is where you want to give, it does not matter as long as you're giving because what matters to God is that you're giving to something that benefits the kingdom of God." [47:20 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
10) "Salvation is not a reward for good things that we have done, so none of it can be boasted by us... our salvation is just a gift." [49:14 <74TAsxDiKiw>] (Download)
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