Rooted: Seven Rhythms
Sacrificial Generosity
Sunday January 25, 2026 - Pastor Jonathan Fung
Acts 2:44-45
Acts 2: 44-45 Now all who believed were together, and had all things in common, and sold their possessions and goods, and divided them among all, as anyone had need.
2 Corinthians 9: 6-8 But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work.
Read Matthew 6:19-21
Jesus tells us, we cannot serve two masters -God and money.
So how does God view money, and what role does it have in our life?
The way we manage our finances can be a reflection of our relationship with God. This isn't simply about giving more money to the church, but rather living in recognition that all we have has been given as a gift from God. Freely we have received, freely we are called to give. For many, dependence on money and greed is a stronghold.
It's a heart Issue: Read Luke 6:38
- How does this align with your current view of money
Owner Vs Manager: 10/10/80 - Give 10% Save 10% Live off 80% (Example by:Christian Financial Advisor) Read Matthew 25:19-21
- Have You been acting like a manager or owner
- What has been your experience with budget?
Joining in God's Work: Read 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
- What's your experience with giving?
- What get in the way of being a regular faithful giver
Freedom from Debt: Read Romans 12:2, Proverbs 22:7
- What debt do you have? What is it doing to the condition of your heart?
- What step are you going to take to begin getting out of debt?
In God We Trust - Read Malachi 3:8-12
- When it comes to providing for your needs, where are all the places you trust God (job, health, bank accounts)?
- What would it look like for you to courageously trust Him with your finances?