This sermon examines Exodus 35 to illustrate the biblical principles of giving for God's work. The preacher emphasises that contributions must be voluntary, worshipful, and motivated by a heart stirred by the Holy Spirit rather than obligation or pressure. Key themes include the necessity of divine wisdom for both leaders and workers in the church, and the call for believers to give generously out of what they already possess as an act of gratitude for God's provision. The message encourages believers to prioritise supporting the local church and missions, viewing their resources as tools for eternal impact. Ultimately, faithful giving is presented as a natural response to receiving God's grace and a testament to the spiritual vitality of the community.

Jesus has promised to give His people peace - His peace! What a blessed comfort to know you can have peace in the midst of troublesome times! You cannot prevent troubled from coming to you, but you can prevent your heart from being troubled.

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The sermon contrasts the empty promises of the wealthy Corinthian church with the joyful, sacrificial generosity of the impoverished Macedonian believers. It argues that a church's public reputation should be defined by its love and giving rather than theological precision or doctrinal debates. True motivation for Christian service and financial support does not stem from willpower or guilt, but from meditating on Christ's poverty and the spiritual riches He secured for believers. The preacher exhorts the congregation to examine their own spiritual gifts and use them actively to serve the body of Christ. Ultimately, obedience flows from gratitude for the gospel, transforming duty into a cheerful offering that glorifies God.

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The sermon encourages believers to persevere in their Christian walk by drawing inspiration from the heroes of faith listed in Hebrews 11. It interprets the 'cloud of witnesses' as a supportive audience that urges Christians to lay aside hindrances and sin while running with endurance. The preacher emphasises that Jesus is the ultimate focus and finisher of faith, having completed His own race successfully. Through illustrations from Old Testament figures like Abel, Enoch, and Moses, the message highlights the necessity of total commitment, obedience, and trust in God despite worldly pressures. The central call is to keep one's eyes fixed on Christ, ensuring that believers do not give up but press on toward the eternal prize.

Giving to the work of the Lord is a matter of the heart. This message discusses four common hindrances to giving: debt, covetousness, laziness, and misplaced love. THE BIBLE Baptist Church of DeLand, Florida Pastor James W. Knox Pastor David A. Brown https://biblebaptistdeland.com For more sermons and Bible study materials, please visit our web store at https://store.jameswknox.org/ DeLand School of THE BIBLE: https://dsbkjv.com

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