Pastoral Prayer- by Rev. Martha Dye (Edited) – For the unedited version, go to the CHURCH MEMBERS ONLY page under the RESOURCES menu tab.
Reading of Scripture – 1 Timothy 6:11-12, 17-21 by Jim Dye
Extravagant Generosity – Sermon by Rev. Martha Dye
[1 Timothy 6:11-12, 17-21 RSV] 11 But as for you, man of God, shun all this; aim at righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. 12 Fight the good fight of the faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. …
17 As for the rich in this world, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on uncertain riches but on God who richly furnishes us with everything to enjoy. 18 They are to do good, to be rich in good deeds, liberal and generous, 19 thus laying up for themselves a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of the life which is life indeed. 20 O Timothy, guard what has been entrusted to you. Avoid the godless chatter and contradictions of what is falsely called knowledge, 21 for by professing it some have missed the mark as regards the faith. Grace be with you.
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