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Required Reading
Before Day 2 Luke 21:1-4
Memory Verse
Each person should do as he has decided in his heart—not reluctantly or out of compulsion, since God loves a cheerful giver. –2 Corinthians 9:7 CSB
Other Relevant Scriptures
17 As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. 18 They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, 19 thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life. —1 Timothy 6:17-19 ESV
In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” —Acts 20:35 ESV
One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want. Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered. —Proverbs 11:24-25 ESV
Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed. —Proverbs 19:17 ESV
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. —Matthew 6:21 ESV
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- The Genius of Generosity | Chip Ingram
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Day 1
Scripture Observations
Generosity is
The point is this: The person who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the person who sows generously will also reap generously. —2 Corinthians 9:6 CSB
Generosity comes from a
8 And God is able to make every grace overflow to you, so that in every way, always having everything you need, you may excel in every good work. 9 As it is written:
He distributed freely;
he gave to the poor;
his righteousness endures forever.
—2 Corinthians 9:8-9 CSB
Generosity grows our
10 Now the one who provides seed for the sower and bread for food will also provide and multiply your seed and increase the harvest of your righteousness. —2 Corinthians 9:10 CSB
Generosity brings God
Because of the proof provided by this ministry, they will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone. —2 Corinthians 9:13 CSB
Reflection Questions
- What do your giving habits say about your heart?
- Do you agree that generosity increases our righteousness? If so, why do you think that is? If not, why do you disagree?
- What would it take for your generosity to motivate others to glorify God?
Day 2
Scripture Observations
God cares more about the
2 He also saw a poor widow dropping in two tiny coins. 3 “Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all of them. —Luke 21:2-3 CSB
Generosity requires
4 For all these people have put in gifts out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.” —Luke 21:4 CSB
Reflection Questions
- When it comes to generosity, which is easier for you, your attitude or the amount? Why?
- What would your generosity say about your trust in God as a provider?
- What does your generosity cost you? Is it enough? Why or why not?
Day 3
Scripture Observations
Service is not a matter of
So if I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet. —John 13:14 CSB
Generosity includes acts of
For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done for you. —John 13:15 CSB
We are
If you know these things, you are blessed if you do them. —John 13:17 CSB
Reflection Questions
What is easier for you, giving money or serving? Why is the other more challenging?
How often does your intent to serve result in doing it? In the times when it doesn’t, what is the most common reason you don’t serve even with the best of intentions?
How has serving blessed you?