Here is a resource for pastors and churches. This is a 5 minute tithes and short offering -message outline from 2 Corinthians 9:7-8. It will encourage your church to give and see the blessing of giving. A PDF version is also available for download.
Short Offering Message - 2 Corinthians 9:7-8
Main Verse – 2 Corinthians 9:7-8
THE JOY OF GIVING
Plain Truth: God loves a cheerful giver, and our giving should reflect the joy in our hearts.
PRACTICAL POINTS
The Attitude of Giving
2 Corinthians 9:7 - Let every man give according to the purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or out of necessity, for God loves a cheerful giver.
-Emphasize the importance of giving with a joyful and willing heart, not out of
obligation or pressure.
The Freedom of Choice
2 Corinthians 9:7 - Let every man give according to the purposes in his heart
-Encourage individuals to prayerfully consider their giving, recognizing that it's a
personal decision guided by their relationship with God.
The Abundance of Blessings That Come In Giving
2 Corinthians 9:8 - God is able to make all grace abound toward you, so that you, always having enough of everything, may abound to every good work.
-We can be confident in the promises of God's abundance when we give with a cheerful
heart and how our giving can lead to blessings for others.
PRACTICALITIES OF GIVING
A. Before you come and bring your tithe/offering (pray and ask God what you should give).
B. When you give. Thank Him for the ability. Thank Him for the finances to give. Do it with honor and worship in your heart.
C. Give in faith with expectation.
CONCLUSION
Encourage the congregation to approach their giving with joy, freedom, and an expectation of God's blessings.
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