In what ways can we dedicate our resources to God today? Anchoring Verse – 1 Kings 15:15 “And he brought into the house of the LORD the dedicated things of his father and his own dedicated things—silver, gold, and utensils.” What Dedication Looked Like for Asa • Tangible gifts—silver, gold, and temple vessels • A public act, placed “into the house of the LORD” • An expression of trust: giving valuable resources back to God Translating Asa’s Example to Daily Life Today 1. Financial Resources • Firstfruits giving (Proverbs 3:9–10) • Regular, proportional, cheerful giving (2 Corinthians 9:6–8) • Tithes and offerings to support local church ministry and global missions (Malachi 3:10) 2. Possessions and Material Goods • Sharing with believers in need (Acts 4:32–35; Hebrews 13:16) • Opening homes for hospitality, Bible studies, or temporary shelter • Donating items of value—vehicles, equipment, clothing—to advance kingdom work 3. Time • Setting apart Sabbath rest and worship gatherings (Exodus 20:8–11; Hebrews 10:25) • Scheduling daily devotional time before other appointments (Psalm 63:1) • Volunteering hours in children’s ministry, outreach, or discipleship mentoring 4. Talents and Skills • Using professional abilities—teaching, carpentry, technology—for church projects (1 Peter 4:10–11) • Creating art, music, or writing that points to Christ (Colossians 3:17) • Offering pro-bono services to ministries and missionaries 5. Influence and Relationships • Leveraging social networks to spread the gospel (Matthew 5:16) • Encouraging and counseling believers in crisis (Galatians 6:2) • Modeling integrity at work so Christ is honored (Titus 2:7–8) 6. Bodies and Health • Presenting our bodies as living sacrifices (Romans 12:1) • Choosing purity and healthy habits that sustain long-term service (1 Corinthians 6:19–20) • Using physical strength in practical help—building ramps, loading supplies, disaster relief 7. Homes and Property • Hosting small groups, prayer meetings, and missionaries (Acts 12:12) • Allowing church use of land or buildings for outreach events • Maintaining an atmosphere of holiness where God’s Word is honored (Deuteronomy 6:6–9) 8. Future and Legacy • Estate planning that blesses gospel causes after we’re gone (Proverbs 13:22) • Discipling the next generation, passing on faith and resources (Psalm 78:4) • Investing in Christian education and training for future leaders Heart Posture Behind Every Gift • Generosity anchored in gratitude (2 Corinthians 8:1–5) • Eternal perspective—treasure in heaven, not earth (Matthew 6:19–21) • Confidence that God multiplies what we release (Luke 6:38) Putting It Into Practice Today • List all God-entrusted assets—money, time, talents, possessions • Pray over each category, asking where the Lord wants a fresh act of dedication • Start with one concrete step this week—set up a planned gift, volunteer one hour, open your home once • Review regularly, celebrating how God uses surrendered resources for His glory |
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