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Memorize Scripture: Philippians 4:19-20

Paul wraps up his letter to the Philippians with perhaps the most significant promise in the entire letter. And it is worth noting that this comes as the conclusion of this section on giving.

You can find this passage in Philippians 4:19-20:

Philippians 4:19-20

In the previous verses, Paul has given considerable attention to the gifts that the Philippian believers had sent to him. In doing so, he has given us some significant teaching on giving, tithing, and being generous with our resources. In verses 17-18, Paul lists several areas in which God is seeking to pour out his blessings upon those who give faithfully. And in the verses before that, he praises the Philippian church for being so consistent and persistent in their giving.

Finally, here, he wraps up this instruction on giving with an incredible statement: “And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.”

Though it seems simple, this short statement carries some significant truth about how God responds to our faithful giving.

God extends his personal care over you.

God has already made some decisions in heaven for us when he sees our hearts concerning giving. God has already decided some things that are going to affect you and me this week. Things that have to do with paying the bills. Things that have to do with caring for our families. Things that have to do with you and me being the kind of influence in the community that God wants us to be.

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Reading Genesis

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The creation account in Genesis has always been a favorite passage for me. So much so that I have spent a significant amount of time studying it over the years on my own.

Reading Genesis

What really sparked my interest in the early chapters of Genesis was a seminar I went to very early in my ministry career. It was held in an old VFW building, which wasn’t very large, and the group presenting was brought in by several area churches working together. And they had some incredible dinosaur fossils, including a T-Rex skull!

That presentation was by the Creation Truth Foundation, and little did I know how closely they would become intertwined in my life.

Over the years, I attended seminars and presentations of other creation ministries, such as Answers In Genesis, and Creation Ministries International. We even scheduled Creation Truth Foundation to come to our church, more than once. And the response has been incredible.

It seems like people have a longing to understand our origins, and Genesis holds the answers to that question.

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Coffee Break – 03.14.2016

Your Monday Dose Of Inspiration

On this day in history: Today is Pi Day! Pi, in its simplest form is 3.14, and since today is 3/14, there you go. Also on this day, in 1794, Eli Whitney received a patent for his cotton gin. And in 1879, Albert Einstein was born, the son of a Jewish electrical engineer in Ulm, Germany. Today also would have been my own father’s 70th birthday. Happy Birthday Dad!

Coffee Break

Stovetop Espresso Brewing Tutorial – One of the most interesting ways to brew coffee is using the Moka Pot, sold under the name Bialetti. Although used more in Europe, especially Italy, this is still a method that can make great coffee, if you know what you’re doing.

How 43 Giant, Decaying Presidential Heads Ended Up In A Virginia Field – “In Croaker, Virginia stands a sight that would make just about anyone stop in their tracks. 43 ghostly effigies of presidents past crowd together in the tall grass.” I want to see this.

3 Best Beginner Fountain Pen Kits – As one who loves fountain pens, especially vintage Parker Vacumatics, I am always on the lookout for great deals on pens. Ed Jelly has put together a few kits, with prices, that can help beginners know what to buy.

Yosemite Natural Firefall – This world has so many beautiful locations. I happen to live in one of them, the Ozark region of southern Missouri, and I am thankful for that every single day. Another such place is Yosemite National Park, and one day, I will visit there. Until then, videos such as this one will have to be sufficient. Watch it in full screen with the volume up.

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Memorize Scripture: Philippians 4:17-18

In the midst of Paul’s thankfulness for the financial support of the Philippians, he gives some incredible insight into God’s view of our giving.

Take a look at this passage in Philippians 4:17-18:

Philippians 4:17-18

Paul gives us a glimpse into the mind of God with these verses. When we give financially to support the message of the gospel, God notices. Paul shares some incredible information with the Philippian believers, and with us as well.

In verse 17, Paul showed the Philippians how their gifts were being credited to their heavenly accounts. Paul knew that this was happening, and he knows that the gifts you give will also be credited to your account. It’s a blessing that cannot be stored here on earth. And he knows that you are building up for yourself a treasure that can only be stored in heaven.

In this brief passage, Paul gives us five significant truths about our giving.

Easter is just around the corner, on March 27th. And it is a perfect opportunity to share the message of the gospel with those around us.

We have the Good News! The message of the gospel is that Jesus died for our sins and rose from the grave, conquering death and hell forever! That’s worth sharing.

This video, by The Skit Guys, presents the need to pass the message on to our friend and family in a very humorous way. Enjoy!