Proverbs 3:9-10; Malachi 3:6-12

December 2 & 3, 2017

John Hansen, Lead Pastor

(French Valley; Justin Kenton, Campus Pastor)

Main Idea:

I give to God my first and best, and trust Him to bless the rest!

Tithing is returning the _______________ of my _____________________ .

TALK ABOUT IT:

1. Share about the best thing that happened to you this week

2. Share about a time when your faith grew as a result of your giving. What did you learn about God through the experience?

3. Read Proverbs 3:9-10 and discuss; Are you giving God your first and best - financially? Why or why not?

4. What types of fears or concerns, if any, do you wrestle with most when thinking about the principle of giving to God first?

5. Read Malachi 3:6-12 and discuss. When you think of tithing, do you cringe or do you feel excited? Ask someone in the group who does tithe to share why it is so important to them.

6. Read Philippians 4:18-20 & Malachi 3:10-12 and discuss; How does God’s promise affect you? Can you share an example of claiming this promise, and then experiencing it?

7. Read 1 Corinthians 16:1-3 & 2 Chronicles 31:5-10 and discuss; Pastor John shared some of the ways tithing has enabled God to work through the church in significant ways. What are some of the things God is doing through the church that you are most excited about? If people gave like they did in Hezekiah’s time - what Kingdom Dreams could be accomplished?