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Dr. David Fraze explores how generosity serves as a powerful witness to the world in his sermon "Overflow: The Witness of Generous Living." Using a children's demonstration with pennies and the song "Love is something if you give it away," he establishes that generosity isn't about personal gain but about mission. Dr. Fraze contrasts the kingdom values of service (John 13) with the misinterpreted prosperity gospel, emphasizing that God promises to meet our needs, not necessarily our wants.
Through stories like the Good Samaritan, John D. Rockefeller's transformation, and personal anecdotes, Dr. Fraze illustrates how even small acts of generosity—returning a jacket, giving an unexpected tip, or simply offering a smile—can profoundly impact others. He challenges listeners to examine their motivations for giving, asking whether they seek to preserve their own legacy or point others to Christ. As 2 Corinthians 9:11-12 teaches, our generosity results in thanksgiving to God and serves as a testimony that extends beyond church walls.
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Dr. David Fraze explores how generosity serves as a powerful witness to the world in his sermon "Overflow: The Witness of Generous Living." Using a children's demonstration with pennies and the song "Love is something if you give it away," he establishes that generosity isn't about personal gain but about mission. Dr. Fraze contrasts the kingdom values of service (John 13) with the misinterpreted prosperity gospel, emphasizing that God promises to meet our needs, not necessarily our wants.
Through stories like the Good Samaritan, John D. Rockefeller's transformation, and personal anecdotes, Dr. Fraze illustrates how even small acts of generosity—returning a jacket, giving an unexpected tip, or simply offering a smile—can profoundly impact others. He challenges listeners to examine their motivations for giving, asking whether they seek to preserve their own legacy or point others to Christ. As 2 Corinthians 9:11-12 teaches, our generosity results in thanksgiving to God and serves as a testimony that extends beyond church walls.
https://bwaychurch.org