Giving & Prosperity the Right Way
Luke 21:1-4 · July 10, 2022
This message explores biblical teaching on tithing, giving, and prosperity. It emphasizes generosity, helping those in need, giving with the right motives, and finding contentment—using money as a tool to bless others rather than letting it become a master.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
01:58 John 10:10 - Satan wants to steal, to kill and to destroy
02:40 Psalm 1:1-3 - We don't take the world's council and bring it into our lives
09:10 Luke 21:1-4 - The widow's two mites
12:53 Paul is encouraging the Ephesian elders (Acts 20:35)
19:35 We get a better picture of at least part of what He meant (Luke 6:38)
21:22 He talks about giving to the poor (Luke 12:33-34)
24:25 When you give, don’t do it to be seen (Matthew 6:1-4)
25:33 Money is great tool and a horrible master (Matthew 6:24)
26:38 You lend to God when you help the poor (Proverbs 19:17)
27:07 There is a blessing with helping the poor (Proverbs 28:27)
27:23 God blesses generosity (Proverbs 22:9; Proverbs 11:24-25)
28:52 How the Epistles talk about giving (1 Timothy 6:17-18)
30:32 How we give is as important as what we give (2 Corinthians 9:6-8)
36:02 God is pleased with sacrifices in giving (Hebrews 13:16)
36:17 Contentment is key (Hebrews 13:5; 1 Timothy 6:5-6)
39:49 When we are generous we are like our father in heaven
39:57 Generosity or greediness are a barometer for the rest of your life
40:38 God wants you to prosper so you can be a blessing to others
41:10 Closing prayer
