In life we invest in our health, our families, our homes, our education, and our pleasures. We also need to invest in God’s Kingdom through giving. Although giving is not the only way we can invest in God’s Kingdom, it certainly is an important one. Jesus told us that we could determine the condition of our heart based on our giving! He said, “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Luke 12:34)
Through our ONE Story theme for 2011, we have plans in place to reach our community and world with the love of Jesus like never before. We are expanding our international outreach in India. We are expanding our Bible Study opportunities. We are expanding our leadership training. We are expanding our facility improvements. We are expanding our staff. And we are expanding our local community outreach. I look forward to sharing these plans and much more with you at our church wide dinner on January 30. As you remain faithful in your giving, people will be touched by Jesus!
I want to encourage you set a percentage of your income that you will give to God’s work during 2011. If you already are a percentage giver, I encourage you to challenge yourself by increasing the percentage that you give. Whatever you decide to give, remember that God promises to bless those who give generously (see 2 Corinthians 9:6)!
Thankful for you,
Jeff Powell
