MESSAGE OUTLINE

FOR 2-4-2024

It Really Matters

Introduction:

Mt. 25:14-15: 16-19

  1. What 5 bag people do now matters then. V. 19-20
  1. The 5 bag person is proactive.
  2. Some problems for the 5 bag person.
  1. They often find it hard to be generous.
  2. There is pressure to misuse their master’s money.
  1. What 2 bag people do now matters then.
  1. Some temptations for 2 bag people.
  1. To be jealous of the 5 bag people.
  2. To be condescending to the 1 bag person.
  1. God asks you to return a portion to Him.

Malachi 3:8-10

     III. What 1 bag people do now matters then. v. 24-27

Lk. 21:1-4

     IV. Some practical suggestions for us all.

  1. Become a first-time giver.
  2. Increase the percentage and the regularity of your giving.
  3. Take God’s challenge and tithe.
  4. Tithers, could you become a sacrificial giver?
  5. Tithe on the blessing the government gives you.

Conclusion:  It is time for us all to honor God.