Is it possible to measure generosity? Chip continues his series “The Genius of Generosity” and reveals how you can actually measure your generosity.
Fact #1 – God blesses generous people! -Acts 20:35; Lk. 6:38; Pr. 22:9, 19:17, Dt. 24:19; Pr. 3:9-10, 11:24-25
Fact #2 – God provides clear criteria for becoming a generous person!
- Genuine generosity gives the FIRST and the BEST to God. -Pr. 3:9-10
- Genuine generosity is regular and SYSTEMATIC. -1 Cor. 16:2
- Genuine generosity is PROPORTIONAL to our income. -1 Cor. 16:2
- Genuine generosity is SACRIFICIAL. -2 Cor 8:1-4
- Genuine generosity is THOUGHTFUL, voluntary, and WORSHIPFUL. -2 Cor. 9:5-7
Fact #3 – is Breakthrough Concept #3: God prospers me not to raise my standard of living, but to raise my standard of giving. (Randy Alcorn - The Treasure Principle)
Fact #4 – The key to becoming habitually generous and experience habitual happiness is FAITH!
- Faith says – Refuse to chase the wind. -Ec. 2:11
- Faith says – Enjoy God’s provision. -1 Tim. 6:19
- Faith says – God rewards those who step out and TRUST Him. -Heb. 11:6
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