Local Church Budget
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AUTHOR: NAD Stewardship
September 7, 2013
Today’s offering: Our Church Budget
A certain rich ruler[1] had a conversation with Jesus about eternal life. Jesus quickly went to the heart of the issue and asked him to sell all he had and give it to the poor. Unfortunately, that was the one thing that this young rich ruler could not do. He was disciplined to obey all the laws, but could not put the poor above his wealth. And so the young man left the presence of Jesus disheartened.
Jesus went on to explain that kingdom life is not about what we are able to acquire while on this earth, but rather, about the riches we will enjoy throughout eternity in heaven. Paul affirms that same message to the Colossian believers, when he counseled them to “set their minds on things above, not on earthly things”. [2]
Today we can put deposits in our heavenly bank account. The gifts we present as our worship in giving will support the ministries of our local church who will help others towards their eternal destination. That’s making heavenly deposits!
Let’s pray, “Lord, when the things of this world look so appealing, and we lose sight of You, please forgive us. Help us keep our eyes on our heavenly home and our life we will spend with You. Bless these gifts that others in our community might experience the same hope. In Jesus name we pray, Amen. “
[1] Matthew 19:16-30
[2] Colossians 3:2