God's Reasons for Giving (Part 1)

In 2 Corinthians 8 and 9, the Apostle Paul encourages the church at Corinth to follow through on their commitment to support the struggling church in Jerusalem. There are three foundational reasons why Scripture calls us to give — not out of guilt, pressure, or emotional manipulation, but out of gratitude, alignment, and faith. Giving is not merely a financial act. It is a spiritual discipline that shapes who we are, reveals what we value, and positions us to receive everything God has in mind for us.