8:2 Rich generosity. These two chapters (chs. 8–9) reveal important principles and promises about Christian giving: (1) We belong to God; all we have comes from him and must be invested as a trust for our Lord (v. 5). (2) We must make the basic decision in our hearts to serve God and not money (v. 5; Mt 6:24). (3) We give in order to (a) learn to honor and trust God (Dt 14:22–23), (b) advance God’s kingdom purposes (1Co 9:14; Php 4:15–18), (c) store up treasures in heaven (Mt 6:20; Lk 6:32–35) and
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