It is helpful to remember that the letter to the Philippian church was in response to their giving: a “Thank You” letter from Paul.
Giving is an act of grace that first occurs in us by God’s gift of forgiveness.
Giving becomes a natural outflow of the believer that has received God’s grace.
Our giving is always first unto the Lord and then unto others.
Giving breaks off entitlement and becomes an expression of gratitude.
Paul boasted of the generosity of the Philippian church and used their giving to inspire other churches.
Giving includes forgiving.
God’s character overflows with giving.
