Week One: Take the Test
"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose." - Jim Elliott
Discussion Questions
1. Read Matthew 6:19-21. What are some different things that could be considered a "treasure" to you?
2. John 3:16 tells us that God is generous ("He gave..."). What are different ways that God is generous in your life?
3. The starting line for generosity is the tithe. Tithe means "ten percent." Look at Leviticus 27:30. How does this change the way you look at your resources?
4. Why do you think American Christians find tithing challenging?
5. Read Malachi 3:8-11. What is God saying in these verses? How would you explain these verses to a new believer?
6. What stood out to you most in this message? What part was the most challenging?
7. How can we pray for each other this week?
1. Read Matthew 6:19-21. What are some different things that could be considered a "treasure" to you?
2. John 3:16 tells us that God is generous ("He gave..."). What are different ways that God is generous in your life?
3. The starting line for generosity is the tithe. Tithe means "ten percent." Look at Leviticus 27:30. How does this change the way you look at your resources?
4. Why do you think American Christians find tithing challenging?
5. Read Malachi 3:8-11. What is God saying in these verses? How would you explain these verses to a new believer?
6. What stood out to you most in this message? What part was the most challenging?
7. How can we pray for each other this week?