Weekly Message Questions

Week 4: The Grace of Giving (2 Corinthians 8:1-15)

QUESTIONS FOR KINGDOM GROUP DISCUSSION

1. According to 2 Corinthians 8:1-3, what are the remarkable qualities about the Macedonian churches’ giving?
2. According to 2 Corinthians 8:7, in what specific areas did the Corinthian church already excel, and what did Paul urge them to excel in next?
3. How does Paul describe the ultimate example of generosity shown by Jesus Christ? (v.9) What standard or condition makes a gift acceptable in the eyes of God? (v.12)
4. What principle does Paul quote from the Old Testament to explain his goal for the churches? (v.13-15)
5. When our church speaks about financial giving, what is your initial internal reaction (e.g., guilt, joy, obligation, or gratitude)?
6. If the Macedonians “gave themselves first to the Lord,” what practical steps can you take to ensure your personal schedule, heart, and resources are surrendered before you distribute finances?
7. How can you use your current material or spiritual abundance to balance out a deficiency in someone else’s life this week?