First … how much should we give?

Everything! Matthew 22:37

… but only part of our giving goes in the place. (Ephesians 4:28; I Timothy 5:8)

“I can slack off in other areas as long as I’m a big giver.” NO!

“I can slack on in giving as long as I contribute in other areas. I hate to part with my money, but I’ll sign up to teach the kids’ Bible classes all four quarters!” NO!

I Corinthians 16:1-2

II Corinthians 8:12

I honor God with my heart – and He deserves it!

Acts 17:24-28

II Chronicles 2:5-6; 5:6, 13-14; 6:18; 7:4-5, 10

II Corinthians 8:1-12

Philippians 4:17-18

It helps me develop joy!

II Corinthians 9:6-7

How would I react if I was in the first century being persecuted for my faith?

How do I react when it is time to give?

I have fellowship with other Christians!

II Corinthians 9:10-15

Philippians 4:10, 14-16