We live in a world that tends to be self-focused. Ps Joachim preaches about the importance of living beyond ourselves

(Proverbs 11:24-26, Proverbs 22:9, Luke 11:41, 1 Timothy 6:18-19, 2 Timothy 3:1-5 and Micah 6:8).

“A life not lived for others is not a life.” – Mother Theresa

Ps Joachim also preached about 3 powerful traits that the New Testament believers in Macedonia embodied as they

lived a life beyond themselves.

1. Selfless Living (2 Corinthians 8:2)

- Selflessness is putting the needs, well-being and interests of others before our own (Philippians 2:3-4)

- This was exemplified by the Macedonian churches (2 Corinthians 8: 1-3)

2. A Sacrificial Heart (2 Corinthians 8:3-4)

- Selfless living enables sacrificial giving, shown by the Macedonian believers.

- They gave as much as they were able to (v3a)

- They gave beyond their ability (v3b)

- They begged Paul to let them partake in the relief giving (v4)

3. Love (2 Corinthians 8:5)

- Love enables us to live beyond ourselves (1 Corinthians 13)

- The Macedonians gave themselves to the Lord and to each other.