1.1 Recognizing that everything belongs to God: Psalm 24 1 teaches us that "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it." We must understand that everything we have is not ours but God's. Psalm 24:1
1.2 Understanding the principle of stewardship: We are merely stewards of God's resources. 1 Corinthians 4:2
2.1 God blesses those who are generous: (Proverbs 11 25 says, "A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed." God promises blessings to those who are generous. (Proverbs 11 25) Proverbs 11:25
2.2 Generosity is a sign of a grateful heart: Generosity is an expression of our gratitude to God for His blessings. 2 Corinthians 9:7
3.1 Sharing with those in need: The Bible instructs us to share our resources with those in need. (1 John 3 17 says, "If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person?" (1 John 3 17) 1 John 3:17
3.2 Sharing with the work of the Lord: We are also called to support the work of the Lord with our resources. Malachi 3:10
4.1 Sharing brings joy to the giver: There is joy in giving. Acts 20:35
4.2 Sharing brings glory to God: When we share our resources, we bring glory to God. 2 Corinthians 9:13