Extravagant Generosity

“Generosity describes the Christian’s unselfish willingness to give in order to make a positive difference for the purposes of Christ.  Extravagant Generosity describes practices of sharing and giving that exceed all expectations and extend to unexpected measures.  Fruitful congregations thrive because of extraordinary sharing, willing sacrifice, and joyous giving out of love for God and neighbor.  Such churches focus on the abundance of God’s grace and emphasize the Christian’s need to give rather than the church’s need for money.  In the spirit and manner of Christ, congregations that practice Extravagant Generosity  explicitly talk about money in the Christian’s walk of faith.  They are driven to be generous by a high sense of mission and a keen desire to please God by making a positive difference in the world.  What Christians earn belongs to God, and they should earn it honestly and in ways that serve purposes consistent with being followers of Christ.  What Christians spend belongs to God;  and they should use it wisely, not foolishly, on things that enhance life and do not diminish it.  What they save belongs to God, and they should invest in ways that strengthen society.  What Christians give belongs to God; and they need to give generously, extravagantly, and conscientiously in ways that strengthen the body of Christ.”