Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I give generously.
Faith Verse
Matthew 6:33 (NLT)
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Question of the Day: What kind of attitude should I have when I give?
Read about It
Read: 2 Corinthians 9:6–8
Have you ever seen a farmer planting a field? If the farmer is stingy and plants just a few seeds in a field, the field will yield a small, sparse crop. However, if the farmer uses a generous amount of seed, the land will yield a generous crop. Which do you think is better?
God wants us to give generously out of what we have. He also cares about our attitude when we give. God doesn’t want us to give with a bad attitude and because we feel like we have to; He wants us to give with a cheerful heart, remembering that all we have comes from Him and He will always take care of us. When we remember how generously Jesus gave to us, it makes it easier for us to give generously in return out of a heart of love for God.
Talk about It
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Question 1. When the farmer plants only a few seeds, what kind of crop will he get in return? Answer 1. He will get a small crop (2 Corinthians 9:6)
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| Question 2. When a farmer plants seeds generously, what kind of crop will he get in return?
Answer 2. He will get a generous crop (2 Corinthians 9:6)
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| Question 3. What kind of attitude does God want us to have when we give?
Answer 3. He doesn’t want us to give reluctantly or in response to pressure. God loves a person who gives cheerfully. (2 Corinthians 9:7)
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| Question 4. How has God been generous in what He has given to you?
Answer 4. Answers may vary.
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| Question 5. What are some ways that you can give generously back to God?
Answer 5. Answers will vary. |
Pray about It
God, thank You for everything You’ve given to me. Help me to always be willing to give generously and with a heart that honors You. Amen.