Transitions: Discovering the Generosity Factor
PROVISION – Lev 25:23-28; Ruth 1:16, 2:20
Story of Ruth, Naomi, Boaz- A Proper Understanding of
Provision is Better.
Truth #1: Ruth accepted the One True God, which meant
accepting His will and plan.
Truth #2: Ruth experienced Provision according to that Law
which she accepted.
I.
Principle
of OWNERSHIP
EXP. “the Land is
mine” Lev 25:23 (Lordship) – What belongs to the Lord? Teaching on TITHING
Action Point: If
we say we accept Jesus as our Lord, then He owns 100% of our passion, our time,
and our stuff. We acknowledge this Lordship over ALL through covenant giving to
a local body of Christ by way of tithing. (Lordship)
II.
Principle
of TRANSIENCE
EXP. “sojourners with
me” Lev 25:23 (Discipleship) Where do you belong?
CF. 1 Tim 5:8
CF. 1 Tim 6:6-10
Action Point: Following Jesus means adopting an attitude of
transience in this life - deny self, Son of Man no place to lay head;
therefore, money takes on a different meaning.
III.
Principle
of TEMPORARINESS
EXP. “calculate the years” Lev 25:27 (Stewardship) How Long?
Action Point: A life of discipleship means making decisions
about the way we spend money. Spend-Save-Invest-Give. Recognize what is
temporary & make decisions based on value over time.
IV.
Principle
of PROVISION
EXP. “Year of Jubilee” Lev 25:28 (Eschatology) When?
Action Point: We
look forward to and witness about a coming day of Jubilee when all will be
restored to its original intent- New Heaven & New Earth (Eschatology)
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