Give

Written By Natalie King

About this theme

"Consumer to contributor"

Jesus came to share his life and give himself up for us as the greatest gift. As God's children made in his image and on a mission, we are called to give of our time, talents and treasure to serve the king and therefore expand his kingdom. Life is not found in accumulating stuff but using what God has given us to bring heaven to earth. We are called to extravagant generosity like we see in Jesus.

Week 1

This starter question is for a new group that has just formed, it is designed to help you get to know one and other better.

Ask each other: “What is your life story?”

Ask each other questions and pray for each other. 

All other weeks

Section A: Accountability & how are you doing? - 15 minutes

Think back to the ‘Action and Share’ section you went through last session. How did you get on this week with putting into practice what you said last week? Who did you share with?

What has brought you joy and satisfaction recently? What has been challenging you recently?

If you finish a theme and there is no theme to continue onto please keep catching up with your group using this Section A.

Section B: What is God saying through his Word - 40 minutes

Read the Bible passage and use these questions as conversation starters:

  • What are the key truths about a) God, b) you, c) the life God desires for us?

  • What questions do you have about this passage?

Section C: Action and share - 10 minutes

Through this passage, what is God saying you should do / change / stop? “Therefore I will ____”

Think together on how and with whom you could share what you've learned this week.

Bible passages:

Week 1 - Luke 12:13-33 The abundant life Jesus promised is a life rich toward God.

  • Home - 1 Peter 4:7-11 God's gifts to us are to be used for his purpose.

Week 2 - 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 God distributes gifts to each one of us. 

  • Home - Romans 12:3-8 I can use my god given gift for the good of others.

Week 3 - Luke 19:11-27 God trusts me as a steward of his world, to use my gifts with faith. 

  • Home - 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 Our generosity naturally reflects what God is doing to and for us.

Week 4 - Luke 18:18-25 Money is a rival of God that can keep us from his family.

  • Home - 1 Timothy 6:6-10 Godliness with contentment is great gain.

Week 5 - 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 It's a privilege to give to Further God's mission.

Natalie King
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