God has given us Himself—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and the fullness of His love as a gift for us to receive. This is the ultimate act of generosity! But it doesn’t stop there. His love is a continual, self-giving love that never ends, and as followers of Jesus, we are called to live the same way.
Generosity is more than just an act—it’s a way of life. We are called to be radically generous with our time, our gifts, and our financial resources.
Why do people give to a church?
Giving isn’t just something we do—it’s an essential part of following Jesus. Here’s why generosity matters:
The Command to Give
Jesus commanded freely and joyfully giving as part of following Him. As His disciples, we are called to reflect His generosity and give to those in need. (Luke 3:11, 6:30; 2 Corinthians 9:7)
Trust
Giving requires trust in God’s provision—not just for ourselves but for others. When we give, we declare that God is our provider and that we trust Him to meet every need. (1 Chronicles 29:10-14; Matthew 6:24; 2 Corinthians 9:8-14)
Financial Freedom
Our culture tells us that wealth defines our worth, but Jesus offers freedom from the grip of materialism. Generosity breaks the power of money over our hearts and allows us to live fully for God. (Matthew 6:19-24)
Impact
Your generosity fuels real Kingdom impact. Your giving supports:
- Local & global missions
- Church planting & discipleship
- Serving the poor, refugees, & vulnerable communities
- Fighting human trafficking & providing disaster relief
Your generosity could be someone else’s breakthrough. Giving money, resources, or meeting a need demonstrates the heart of the Father and can change a life. (Proverbs 3:27-28; Matthew 25:31-46; Romans 12:13; 2 Corinthians 9:6)
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