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Financial Resources
These are crazy economic times. Businesses are losing money and the government is handing it out. Unemployment is up, stocks are unstable, and, yet, recently I passed by in an Apple store and it was jam-packed, wall-to-wall with people buying a new iPad!
You may not realize it, but your attitude toward money says a lot about your spiritual growth. Many people consider the Bible to be a book pertaining to spirituality, but not to such mundane matters as personal management of money. In fact, the scriptures have a lot to say about the topic of wealth and possessions. As one begins to study this topic in the Bible, they are amazed to discover that the New Testament contains nearly ten times as many verses regarding money and finances as it does salvation and faith.
The New Testament actually contains:
215 verses pertaining to faith
218 verses pertaining to salvation
2084 verses dealing with the stewardship of and accountability for money and finance
16 of Jesus’ 38 parables deal with money.
The question comes to mind, “Why?” Was Jesus all about getting people to hand over their money? No, of course not! Jesus was after something much more valuable… He was after people’s hearts. Jesus simply found that many people considered their money their greatest treasure. It’s simply a matter of the heart. Matthew 6:21closeMatthew 6:21 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (ESV) closeMatthew 6:21closeMatthew 6:21 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (ESV) 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (ESV) , “where your treasure is there shall your heart be also.”
Resource #1 – Personal Financial Profile
Resource #2 – Monthly Budget Ledger
Resource #3 – Practical Advise on Securing Your Finances
Helpful Links:
Crown Financial Ministries
Dave Ramsey
Generous Giving
Ron Blue & Co.
Sound Mind Investing
Eternal Perspectives Ministry
Church-Wide Prayer & Fasting
As we move into a new season of ministry and budget season. The elders and leadership are calling our body into a time of corporate Prayer and Fasting.
Fasting is the best start at surrendering all that entangles and prevents us from getting straight in our mind and hearts who is Lord in our life. Whatever you decide to deny yourself during this fast, our prayer for you is that you are changed forever and learn to maximize the God given potential you have been blessed with. The only way a church can be effective is if the people of church decide, as individuals and then as a group, to follow the Lord with all their heart and fulfill the purpose that God has ordained for our church.
Church-Wide Prayer & Fasting – January 15 – February 4, 2012
As we enter into a new season, the elders and leadership invite you into a time of focused and strategic prayer. The elders are calling the entire FCC community into this special time of corporate prayer and fasting.
Fasting Tips
Fasting is the best start at surrendering all that entangles and prevents us from getting authentic in our walk with the Lord. Whatever you decide to deny yourself during this fast, our prayer for you is that you are changed forever and learn to maximize the God given potential you have been blessed with. The only way for a church can be effective is if the people of God decide, as the church of Christ, to follow the Lord with all their heart, mind, soul and strength. In doing so, the local church will move forward to fulfill the purpose that God has ordained. The following resources are to aid you in your fast. Be sure to speak with your doctor prior to starting a fast.
Prayer and Fasting Guide
Guidelines for “Daniel” Fast
Fasting Helpful Hints
Fasting in the Bible
Suggested Recipes
Small Group Discussions
Small Groups Resources
At First Christian Church, our desire is to live in the community, as well. We accomplish this through Small Groups. A Small Group is an intentional relational gathering on a regular basis with the common purpose of creating an environment for spiritual growth through Jesus Christ. It is an environment where people can connect in a deeper level than just our brief Sunday morning encounters. Check out the Small Group page for our resources.
Other Church Resources
Pastors.com (Rick Warren)
SeaCoast All Access
Ministry Communicorps
CrazyChurch.com
FCC Wedding Policy
FCC Wedding Questionnaire
Bible Study Tools
How to study the Bible
Bible Study Methods
Into the Word Bible Studies
Christianity Today Bible Study Tools
Bible.org
ChristianBibleStudies.com
Lifeway Resources & Study Tools
