PDF Link Outline December 11, 2011

The Stuff

Today's Speaker: Pastor Dan Housam

The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 6:23

Entering the house, they saw the child with Mary His mother, and falling to their knees, they worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Matthew 2:11

Avoid ____________ Gifts

The one who loves money is never satisfied with money, and whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with income.
Ecclesiastes 5:10

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and by craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pains.
1 Timothy 6:10

But godliness with contentment is a great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out.
1 Timothy 6:6-7

Give Gifts that __________________

Honor the LORD with your possessions and with the first produce of your entire harvest.
Proverbs 3:9

"Everything is permissible," but not everything is helpful. "Everything is permissible," but not everything builds up.
1 Corinthians 10:23

If anyone has this world's goods and sees his brother in need but shuts off his compassion from him—how can God's love reside in him?
1 John 3:17

Giving is ________________

Therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your spiritual worship.
Romans 12:1

Since you excel in so many ways - in your faith, your gifted speakers, your knowledge, your enthusiasm, and your love from us - I want you to excel also in this gracious act of giving.
2 Corinthians 8:7 (NLT)

She gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:7 (NIV1984)

He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.
1 John 2:2 (NIV1984)

Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you toward repentance?
Romans 2:4