Equal Sacrifices
God called His people to repent of their selfish ways, but He called for more than a somber acknowledgment. They distinguished their repentance through their call for equal sacrifices.
Author
Travis Agnew
Lead Pastor
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Equal Sacrifices
God called His people to repent of their selfish ways, but He called for more than a somber acknowledgment. They distinguished their repentance through their call for equal sacrifices.
Travis Agnew
Lead Pastor
- What you do with what you have is more important than what you could do with what you lack.
Observation
- God desires you to consider your ways before worrying about someone else’s (1:7).
- The people had to work harder for resources because of how they had already depleted them (1:8).
- Gatherings for God should have the glory of God as their priority (1:8).
- God is not hesitant to humble His people even if it slows their progress (1:9-11).
- The best barometer for spiritual health is how we respond to God’s instructions (1:12).
- God stays consistent when we become distant (1:13).
- A change of heart is proven by a change in actions (1:14-15).
Application
- God doesn’t expect His people to give equal amounts but equal sacrifices.
- To experience the presence of God in the presence of others always involves surrender.
- Don’t see involvement in God’s agenda as an inconvenience.
- Is God pleased with your present offerings to Him?
