Money's Worth # 5 - The Principle of First
Sermon Theme
The principle that the first fruits of our lives is holy and belongs to God is illustrated from Genesis to Revelations. The first 10% of your income is the tithe that is holy to God. It’s the redemptive portion that sets into motion the blessings of God. The tithe is called first fruits because we are putting God first in our lives. Everything in heaven and on earth belongs to the Lord.
Scriptures
Exodus 13:1-2; Malachi 3:8-12;Leviticus 27:30; Joshua 6:24; Deuteronomy 26:13-14; Matthew 5:17-21; Exodus 13:1-13; Proverbs 3:9-10.
Discussion
1. Explain what tithing the first 10% of your income does to your heart.
2. What does an open heaven look like in your life, knowing that everything belongs to the Lord?
3. How can you keep the tithe from being a legalistic ritual?
4. Have you ever given with regret? Discuss your process of bringing thoughts and emotions in line with God’s Word.
Prayer
Holy Spirit thank you for revealing every area in our lives that we can take the principle of first fruits as a holy place of worship to you. Take us to new dimensions of your holiness and splendor that we may experience the fullness of your joy, faithfulness, and everlasting love toward us. Glory and honor are yours Almighty Father, in Jesus name. Amen
