What Do I Have To Give(From Our 2-23-25 Worship)

Watch The Video Verison Here: https://youtu.be/ig4AqDFnJAYSummary:IntroductionThe speaker struggled to find a topic but was inspired by observing students at Todd County Middle School.Children naturally help one another, prompting the question: "What do I have to give?"Example of Giving: Taylor SwiftDespite her success, she has been generous in donations (libraries, schools, disaster relief, medical support, etc.).Notably, she gave $100,000 bonuses to each of her truck drivers—far beyond the industry norm.This generosity highlights the impact of giving beyond finances and using what we have to bless others.Biblical Examples of GivingThe Widow’s Offering (Mark 12:41-44)A poor widow gave two small coins, which Jesus declared more valuable than the large amounts given by the wealthy.True giving isn’t about the amount but about sacrifice and trust in God.Reflecting on this, the speaker acknowledges personal struggles with giving and shares the reality of financial differences (e.g., annual income in Honduras is $3,000).The Sinful Woman’s Gift (Luke 7:36-50)A woman, identified as sinful, washes Jesus' feet with her tears and anoints them with expensive perfume.She was not invited but knew she needed to be near Jesus.The Pharisee, who hosted Jesus, failed to provide even basic hospitality.Key lesson: She gave what she had—her devotion, her service, and a precious possession—demonstrating that true giving is not just financial.The Final Judgment (Matthew 25:31-40)Jesus separates the righteous (sheep) from the unrighteous (goats).The righteous are rewarded for feeding the hungry, clothing the poor, welcoming strangers, and visiting the sick and imprisoned.No mention of financial giving—only acts of kindness and service.The church is actively doing these things, but judgment will be personal, not corporate—"What have YOU done?"Call to Action: What Do You Have to Give?Hebrews 13:16: "Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God."Giving is not limited to money—it includes time, kindness, and service.Example of William M. Golden, who, despite being imprisoned, wrote hymns like "A Beautiful Life," which emphasizes daily acts of kindness as a way to serve God.ConclusionThe invitation is given: If you are not a Christian, now is the time to give your life to Christ.If you are a Christian but have neglected opportunities to give, seek renewal and support from the church.Final challenge: Reflect on "What do I have to give?" and actively seek ways to serve God and others.