Preview: The Bible presents eternal financial principles that make sense. It reveals a financial secret that most of the world does not know. It asks us to reevaluate our priorities and seek the eternal rather than the earthly. God’s Word leads us to make investments that will pay off in the long run.
Scripture Reading: Genesis 28:10-22.
Memory Verse: Psalm 50:14.
1. How much of the world does God own? Psalm 50:10-12, 24:1.
2. What right does God have to claim the world as His? Isaiah 40:28, Isaiah 43:1.
Note: The Bible teaches that God through Jesus created all things (Ephesians 3:9, Colossians 1:15-16). The earth is His. He made it.
3. What other reason does the Bible give that this world belongs to God? Isaiah 43:1, 1 Peter 1:18-19.
4. What is our responsibility with the goods that have been entrusted to us? 1 Corinthians 4:2, Luke 16:1-2, 10.
5. Where do our possessions come from? Deuteronomy 8:17-18, Haggai 2:8.
6. How do we acknowledge that God is the true owner of all that we possess? Malachi 3:8-10.
7. What is tithe? Leviticus 27:30, 32.
8. What promise did God give the Israelites who made him first in their giving? Does it still apply to us today? Proverbs 3:9-10.
9. How did Jacob show his gratitude to God for all He provided? Genesis 28:20-22.
10. What did Jesus say about tithing? Matthew 23:23.
Note: In discussing tithe, Jesus said, “This ye ought to have done,” but He condemned the Pharisees for neglecting mercy, justice, and compassion. The tithe is sacred. It is set apart for His work and especially the proclamation of the gospel.
11. In what other ways did the rebellious people rob God? Malachi 3:8.
12. Does God specify an exact amount for our offerings? Deuteronomy 16:17.
13. Is the amount given or the attitude of the giver more important to God? 2 Corinthians 8:12, 2 Corinthians 9:7.
14. What assurance does God give His People who are faithful in their giving? Proverbs 11:24-25.
Conclusion: God has promised to supply the needs to all who are faithful.