The Good Life: Stop Living in the “Not Enough” - September 28, 2025

In this sermon the pastor explores how generosity transforms our lives, using stories from a Burger King moment to Paul’s letter to the Philippians. Grounded in Scripture (Philippians 4; Proverbs; Genesis 22), he explains four ways giving changes us: it frees us from scarcity, connects us to God’s kingdom purpose, reshapes our perspective, and invests in the next generation.

The message invites listeners to trust God’s provision, live generously with time, talent, and treasure, and join the mission to bless others in practical, eternal ways.
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The Good Life

Stop Living in the “Not Enough”

Proverbs 11:24

Introduction: God doesn’t need your fries!

• Philippians 4:15-19

 Why Generosity? 

“The world of the generous gets larger and larger; the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller.” - Proverbs 11:24 MSG

1. Generosity sets me free. (1 Timothy 6:17-18)

• Free from the love of money and fear of the lack of money.
• You don’t pray your way out of greed – you give your way out.
• An example from Abraham’s life. (Genesis 22:2)

2. Generosity connects me to a Kingdom purpose.

• Our money goes where we may never go physically. (Philippians 4:14-17)
• When you connect your money to mission, it connects to eternity and brings true fulfillment. (2 Corinthians 9:12)
• Giving is ministry—it meets needs and changes lives.

3. Generosity changes how I see my life.

• Think like farmers (Galatians 6:7–9)
• Don’t give to get—give to give again.
• Blessing is in the giving, not in the receiving.

4. Generosity connects my heart to the next generation.

• God rewards generosity toward those who can’t repay. (Matthew 10:42)
• God is your provider - Jehovah-Jireh.
• God is your rewarder.

Conclusion: Live a generous life that reflects God's abundance and purpose.

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With Pastor Mike Curry.