01.10.21 - Small Groups Discussion

GIVE - It Takes Grace to Give

God gives you grace. Grace enables you to give.

  • Pastor Frank talked about our church’s Restoration Movement roots. What do you find attractive about our goal to restore the modern church to its ancient practices?

Read: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

  • According to The London Economic, in the United States the poor are more generous than the rich. The wealthiest Americans donate 1.3% of their income while the poorest donate 3.2%. What is your reaction to that?

  • Christians in Galatia give themselves to the Lord before giving money to the church (v. 5). Why is that important to developing generosity?

Read: 2 Corinthians 8:6-9

  • Jesus’ example set the standard for the first Christians. How did He give?

  • Frank said that “God gives you grace, and grace enables you to give.” What is the relationship between grace and giving, and why is it so important? 

Read: 2 Corinthians 8:10-16

  • Paul told the Corinthians they should pursue equality with other churches. What would that look like in our context?

Prayer: Pray that God will make you more aware of the grace you have received, and give you greater grace to be generous.