Stewardship 3: A Grateful Generosity 10-18-2015

A Grateful  Generosity

2 Corinthians 8:1-6 (chapters 8 &9)

I. Why We Give

A. We give because He gave to us - 8:9

B. We give because there is a need - 8:14, 9:11-12

C. We give because He expects us to give - 9:13-15

D. We give because He blesses -  9:6

II. How we are to Give

• Intentionally
• Specifically
• Sacrificially
• Cheerfully
• Gratefully
• Generously
• Consistently

III. The Consequences of Giving

A. Kingdom Purposes

B. The Body Ministry

Stewardship 2: Calling and Gifts 10-4-2015

10-4-15

Stewardship 2: Calling and Gifts

1 Corinthians 1:4-9

I. The Concept of Calling

A. The Relational Roles

• Saving Relationship
• Life of Discipleship
• Service and Ministry
• Witness and Evangelism 

B. The Reality of Ministry and Work

II. The Scheme of Gifting:

A. Skills

B. Spiritual Gifts: Romans 12:3-8; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Peter 4:10-11

III. The Consequences

A. The Consequences of Kingdom Neglect

B. The Results of Kingdom Obedience

C. The Evidences of a Kingdom Steward

Conclusion:

A good steward is one who consistently submits skills and spiritual gifting to the Lord's calling.

A good steward desires for life skills and spiritual gifts to be functional and used in the body.

A good steward is one who diminishes the personal agenda to elevates a kingdom agenda.

A good steward is one who understands that servanthood is essential to stewardship.

A good steward is one who manages personal involvements in order to invest in kingdom purposes and people.

Stewardship 1: Making the Most of Your Schedule 9-27-2015

Stewardship: Making the Most of Your Schedule

Ephesians 5:15-16

9-27-2015

Principles:

1. Stewardship is inherently a Spiritual Practice

2. Stewardship is a Way of Purposeful Living

3. Stewardship Benefits Yourself and Others

Stewardship as a  Spiritual Schedule

1. Be  A Steward of the Word   2 Timothy 2:15 

2. Be Subservient to the Spirit  Psalm 143:10  

3. Create a Margin for Ministry  Colossians 4:5

4. Play for Keeps   2 Corinthians 4:18

5. Prioritize the Practice  Philippians 4:9

6. Be Strategically Evangelistic  1 Peter 3:15-16; Colossians 4:4-6

7. Acknowledge Your Influence  Acts 26:16-18; 1 Thessalonians 4:12

A Stewardship Thought

A Stewardship Thought:  Since we are headed into late Spring and Summer, I wanted to encourage Calvary families to continue their giving even if they have summer commitments and vacations planned.   Some time ago we made available an online giving tool that a number of our members are using.  As you look at your hectic summer schedule would you consider setting up your giving through our website? It's easy and confidential. You have complete control over how much you give and you may set it for regular monthly giving. Just go to www.calvaryboro.com and click the donations tab at the top of the page.  Login, or set up a new account, and you're ready to go. You may find that this is a great way to give faithfully and consistently throughout the whole year.

Stewardship is a biblical principle and should be a priority in the life of the Christian. Truly, Calvary has been blessed with faithful givers since its inception in March of 2000. This tradition continues as you support our ministries, missions and programs.  Join us in making financial stewardship a year round discipline.

Your Pastor,

Mark W. Gregory, Ph.D.