1. Jeremiah 1:11-13 (NIV) 11 The word of the Lord came to me: “What do you see, Jeremiah?” “I see the branch of an almond tree,” I replied. 12 The Lord said to me, “You have seen correctly, for I am watching to see that my word is fulfilled.” 13 The word of the Lord came to me again: “What do you see?” “I see a boiling pot, tilting away from the north,” I answered. Devotion to God’s Word

2. “God Loves a Cheerful Giver” Liberation concept #4: Children of God deeply desire To please the Father Series: The Treasure I Seek Understanding God’s idea of cheerful giving through four liberating concepts Sunday, November 27, 2005 Larry Cantrell

3. “God Loves a Cheerful Giver” Goal: Biblical Generosity 1.Preach biblical generosity 2.Teach biblical generosity 3.Apply teachings to achieve biblical generosity 4.Celebrate God’s achievements

4. “God Loves a Cheerful Giver” 1.Cheerful giving is a matter of the heart (Luke 19:11) 2.Cheerful giving reflects the nature of the heavenly Father (Luke 19:13) 3.The Father celebrates the accomplishment of His will (Luke 19:15-19)

5. Lord’s Invitation Luke 15:21-24 (NIV) 21 “The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ 22 “But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 23 Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. 24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate.