Ep. 034 - Responding to God's grace by giving sacrificially. Feat. Michael Blue

Second Half Stewardship

This week, Spencer and Austin finish their series with Michael Blue. We talk about the transformative concept of giving sacrificially, drawing inspiration from Acts 4:32.

Michael reflects on the potential pitfalls of individualism, cautioning against the danger of pride and ownership even when working diligently and living simply.

We explore the connection between grace, generosity, and the challenge of understanding sacrificial giving. Michael shares insights into the possibility of giving too much, urging practical wisdom to avoid financial pitfalls while maintaining a generous spirit.

Our conversation grapples with the balance between self-sufficiency and dependence on God, pondering the cultural influences on views about financial independence. We discuss the impact of these perspectives on evangelism, community, and the witness of the church.

Be sure to check out Michael's book, Free to Follow, for more insights into biblical stewardship and the transformative power of living with an eternal perspective.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-34-give-sacrificially

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Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:31 Acts 4 4:48 Do we misunderstand grace? 7:39 Can you give too much? 8:59 Where is your trust? 15:11 Is our evangelism hindered by wealth? 18:45 How does eternity impact your money? 23:44 Disclosures

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