If we sowed spiritual blessings among you, is it too much to reap material things from you?
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The apostle Paul is legendary for his work as a minister of the gospel. But we often forget that throughout his ministry, Paul also worked as a tentmaker. As Scriptures in this plan make clear, Paul had the option to work as a “donor-supported missionary” but chose not to. Why? That’s the question we’ll answer in this plan, and in so doing, glean insights relevant to our own work today.
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All Christians are called to love and serve the needs of others, but some believers are uniquely gifted to serve by leading, preaching, teaching, shepherding, evangelizing, or going cross-culturally as missionaries. Ministry begins with and is sustained by grace. This devotional plan will help you practice grace in your service to God.
The following reading plan will take you deeper into the three concepts of Spirit, Soul, and Body at a steady pace, building on the message of Jesus' finished work. It will stretch, challenge, and grow you as his follower. Make sure to allow the Holy Spirit space to work in you and to shape you. See the impact for yourself. This is the last of four plans.
Generosity is God's antidote to greed. It's the practice of giving your resources away—not reluctantly or under compulsion, but joyfully and sacrificially—to awaken your heart to the abundance of God's kingdom. This plan, by Practicing the Way and John Mark Comer, features key ideas and practical suggestions for us to integrate generosity into our everyday lives and discover the truth that there is more joy in giving than receiving.
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