Gardendale Church of the Nazarene Podcast

We have a God who hears our prayers and is moved by our faithfulness in our prayer life.

James lays out our action for us- draw near to God, cleanse your hands, purify your hearts, and humble yourself.

When a crisis arises, we see what is really important. God as called each one of to something unique- and prayer is the common denominator in what we are all called to do.

There is a relationship between sowing and giving. God knows that someone who gives reluctantly is still thinking like an owner, not a steward.

This is one of the best sermons I have heard and I was able to get my hands on a copy. Dr. Busic preached this sermon while conducting our Zone Campmeeting in March. This is was recorded at another church where he preached a couple months prior. I referenced this sermon in my sermon last Sunday.

The church must realize the power it has through Christ and act accordingly. We are not called to live lives afraid- rather we are to be bold in Christ.

A follower of Jesus is someone marked by love. Generous love is a life radiating God's love. How are you going to radiate His love this week?

Our God is incredibly generous to us. Are you live as an owner of your possessions or a steward of God's abundance?

Our hope is not placed in what we have, rather in God. To be truly rich is to be "generous and ready to share."

This passage shows us that Abundant Joy + Extreme Poverty= a Wealth of Generosity. How is that possible? What is robbing you of the abundant joy of God? What are the steps to bring that joy back?