The Connection Between Healthy Living and Healthy Giving - Part 1: Everything Belongs to God & The Principle of First
In this message, Matt explores how developing a healthy attitude towards money and possessions is an important part of following Jesus. Drawing on Jesus’ teaching in Luke 12, he introduces the biblical concept of Stewardship: the understanding that everything we have ultimately belongs to God and that we are called to be faithful Caretakers of the resources He has entrusted to us.
Through scripture, practical examples and a memorable story (about doughnuts!) Matt challenges the modern mindset of ownership and invites us to see money, possessions and opportunities from God’s perspective. The message also introduces the Principle of First, encouraging believers to honour God by putting Him first in their giving rather than offering what is left over. Ultimately, Matt reminds us that our thinking about money is not just a financial issue but a matter of Discipleship. The message concludes - inviting us to seek God’s specific guidance on how we can steward our personal resources effectively.
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Note: This is the video from the whole of our online meeting.