“Final Instructions”
1 Corinthians 16:1-4
Point 1: Believing affects behavior.
- We live knowing death is a defeated enemy.
- We act knowing our work is not in vain.
Point 2: Sainthood is gifted, not earned.
Point 3: The Church supports the saints.
- The Church supports its missionaries and pastors.
- The Church gives to those with material needs.
Three principles for giving:
- Give intentionally.
- Give based on what you have been given.
- Give in love.