Concerning Generosity
Matthew 6:1-4
Jesus mentions two kinds of generosity in His teaching.
· Overt and Covert Generosity.
Overt Generosity can be a problem. - Matthew 6:1-2
What did Jesus teach about overt generosity?
1. The stimulus of overt generosity. (v 1a)
2. The sentence of overt generosity. (v 1b)
3. The sound of overt generosity. (v 2a)
4. The temporary reward for overt generosity. (v.2b)
Covert Generosity is the correct practice. - Matthew 6:2-4
What did Jesus teach about covert generosity?
1. The expectation of covert generosity. (v.3)
2. The secrecy of covert generosity. (Vs 4a)
3. The reward of covert generosity. (v 4b)
Main Points
· You will never know the joy of covert generosity until you begin to practice covert generosity.
· It will never make sense to you until you submit to it.
