america's answer.

the answer to america's problems.
truth: america's only hope God.

psalm 80:1-18

I. compare isreal's start with america's
80:8-11

you cleared the ground for it

and it took root and filled the land.

there is a distinct difference between

separation of church and state but not

government and God.

II. compare isreal's security with america's

walls of protection are falling and america is

being 'destroyed' by many of its own citizens.

III. compare isreal's suffering with america's

'you have made us a source of contention to our neighbors and our enemies mock us.'

proverbs 29:2--when the righteous thrive,

the people rejoice;

when the wicked rule, the people groan.

modern macedonians.

2 corinthians 8:1-9:15
how i can become a generous giver?

truth:nothing brings greater joy or reward than giving generously to the work of God.

I. foundation of generous giving
'and they went beyond our expectations, having given themselves first of all to the Lord, they gave themselves by the will of God also to us.' (8:5)

give ourselves first before our money.

II. the motivation of generous giving
(8:1) instead of justice/punishment---God extends grace.

III. the qualities of generous giving
'give consistently' (9:1-7) NOT ABOUT THE MONEY, ITS ABOUT THE HEART.
'give responsibly'-your responsibility to the giving of your church is for everyone.
'give cheerfully'