11.13.2022 | POWER OF THE SEED

POWER OF THE SEED

1. It’s About Something Bigger

“The way that we treat the finances in our own life, biblically, is the kindergarten of our spiritual life.” – Bill Johnson

Psalm 24:1 (NLT)

The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to Him.

Luke 16:10 (NLT)

If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities.

“Prosperity is not measured by what you have. It's measured by what you've given away.” – Jack Hayford

Luke 16:11 (NLT)

And if you are untrustworthy about worldly wealth, who will trust you with the true riches of heaven?

“God: Why will I trust someone who won’t sow what I have already given them with more, so they won’t sow that?” – Mike Todd

“Whenever God commands me to do something, it's because of His love for me.” – Bill Johnson

Matthew 6:21 (NLT)

Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.

1 Corinthians 4:2

Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.

“All you have is all you need.” – Mike Todd

2. Upgrade Your Sowing

Galatians 6:7-9 (NIV)

Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

A. You reap what you sow.

B. You reap after you sow.

C. You reap more than you sow.

“Three levels of giving…”

– Terry Bates

·        Systematic

·        Sacrificial

·        Supernatural

1 Kings 3:4-5

Now the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there, for that was the great high place: Solomon offered a thousand burnt offerings on that altar. At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, “Ask! What shall I give you?”

“When you hit a plateau, sow.” – Mike Todd

3. Enjoy Sowing

“You’re never more like God than when you give.” – Doug Fields

2 Corinthians 9:7 (NLT)

You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.”

A. Need, Greed, or Seed?

“How do you view the money you control: Do you view money as there to meet your needs? Is it there to satisfy your greed? Or do you see it as a seed?” – Robert Morris

Proverbs 11:25 (NLT)

The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.

4. Sow into Generations

Proverbs 13:22a (NIV)

A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children.

2 Timothy 1:5 (TPT)

As I think of your strong faith that was passed down through your family line. It began with your grandmother Lois, who passed it on to your dear mother, Eunice. And it’s clear that you too are following in the footsteps of their godly example.

Discussion Questions:

1. Have you ever connected your stewardship of money to your stewardship of the “true riches of heaven”?

2. What does it look like to sow the seed God has entrusted to you?

3. What level of sowing would you say you are currently operating at? (You may need to ask this question in three categories: time, talents and treasure.)

4. Share any challenges you have faced with the “need, greed, or seed” test.

5. What could sowing into future generations look like for you today?