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Monday, November 3 – 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

  • Writer: Josh Breslaw
    Josh Breslaw
  • Nov 3
  • 2 min read

The Bible has a lot to say about money and what we should do with it. In sum, the teaching is that the money that is in our possession is not a possession of ours, but all resources are God’s resources. Because of this, we should be willing to give to others as they have need.


Throughout this week, we are going to read passages from the New Testament that discuss what is known as the Jerusalem Collection. The Jerusalem Collection is mentioned in several of Paul’s letters. This monetary collection was to show unity among the churches. Many of the churches Paul started were made up of mostly Gentiles, and the Jerusalem church was made up of mostly Jews. The Jerusalem church faced persecution and was struggling. According to Galatians 2:1-10, while in Jerusalem (presumably in Acts 15), Paul committed to raising funds across his network of churches to help the Christian brothers and sisters in Jerusalem.


In our passage today in 1 Corinthians 16:1-4, we have Paul suggesting to the Corinthians how to save their money for this collection. Every week, the Corinthians should save some money, so that when the collection is ready to be sent to Jerusalem, there is a sizable sum to send. Saving a little bit adds up over time.


Churches can use the same principle now when it comes to collecting offerings. We cannot collect the amount needed to support the missions and ministries of FBCG all in one week, but if we all give as the Lord directs in accordance with our incomes every week all year long, we will reach the total necessary for our budget. The habit and core value of giving is not something you do once. It is an ongoing act of worship that glorifies God.


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