How much should I give?

• Give what you've cheerfully decided in your heart to give 2 Cor 9:7
• Give generously Ps 37:21, Prov 11:25, 2 Cor 9:6, 1 Tim 6:17-19
• Give in a manner worthy of the gospel Phil 1:27

Why give?

• To obey God
• Giving causes people to glorify God 2 Cor 9:12-15
• God love's a cheerful giver 2 Cor 9:7
• There's more pleasure in giving than receiving Acts 20:35
• You reap what you sow 2 Cor 9:6-11

Where does the money go?

• Basic expenses supporting the church's mission (outreach, building, equipment, coffee, meals, etc)
• Needy saints Rom 12:13, 1 Cor 16:1-2, 2 Cor 8:3-4, Eph 4:28, Acts 4:34-35
• Honoring elders - especially whose work is preaching and teaching 1 Tim 5:17-18, 1 Cor 9:8-14
• The Poor Rom 15:26, Prov 14:21, 19:17, 21:13, 28:27
• Widows & Orphans 1 Tim 5:3-16, James 1:27

Why is regular giving the fruit of partnership?

• God wants people's hearts - and where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matt 6:21