Love That Gives

What does love do with what it has? Join Pastor Calvary Callender for the fourth week of a series on justice and spiritual formation at Lantana Community Church. In this message, titled "Love That Gives," we explore the radical generosity of the early church as described in Acts 4:32-35, where "no one claimed that any of their possessions was their own".Pastor Cal challenges the idea that generosity is merely a financial obligation, instead framing it as a formation issue. When we are truly formed into the image of Christ for the sake of others, our relationship with our possessions, time, and plans is completely reoriented. Drawing from the Greek concept of mia kardia kai psyche (one heart and one soul), this message illustrates how the resurrection of Jesus serves as the ultimate source for loosening our grip on "stuff" and living with open hands.Key themes in this episode include:The Resurrection as the Source: How believing that death is not the final word changes our need for accumulation.Three Directions of Open-Handedness: Exploring generosity toward people, the church, and in everyday life.Postures over Calculations: Moving from asking "How much do I have to give?" to "What do I have that someone else needs?".Hilaros Living: Understanding God's love for a "cheerful" (or hilarious) giver who acts out of freedom rather than pressure.Whether it is your money, your time, or your plans, this message invites you to consider what you might be holding too tightly and how open-handed living can impact "your one"—the person God has placed in your life to reach with His love.