“Learning to Live with Generosity” – 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
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“Learning to Live with Generosity”

(2 Corinthians 8:1-15)

I. Creating a picture of true generosity. (vs. 1-7)

A. True generosity is shown in the depth of our affliction not the abundance of our resources. (vs.1-2)

B. True generosity is seen as a privilege and not an obligation.  (vs.3-4)

        C. True generosity is a result of us giving ourselves to the Lord. (vs.5-7)

II. God’s grace is the foundation of generosity. (vs. 8-15)

A.Generosity is a true test of our love. (vs. 8)

B. Jesus is our model for generosity. (vs. 9)

        C. Generosity is a demonstration of our trust in Christ. (vs. 10-12)

III. Our generosity should be born out of our experience with generosity. (vs. 10-15)