It’s Messy.
The church doesn’t administrate this, the people do, each as directed by God!
A Reverse Offering could easily be misunderstood, misused and misrepresented. Lots of things could go wrong, but the risk is worth it. The countless hours of planning, security preparation and prayer still could not cover for all that might happen.
As you consider how messy the early church was, including how Jesus crossed lines, took risks and followed His Father’s lead regardless of repercussions, you might be in for this too! Jesus’ ministry wasn’t safe, but it was powerful. It wasn’t predictable and the outcomes weren’t guaranteed, but lives were changed!
We have great faith that God and the people of 12Stone will multiply this investment into Kingdom-sized proportions. We believe there will be a ripple effect that will travel for months and result in changed lives. We have designed a way to gather stories of what happens through a website that is printed on the envelops containing the $100. I can’t wait to read the stories!
This is a great way to watch how empowering your congregation creates momentum within your church.
It’s God.
“12Stoners are very generous and we love to bless the greater community of people we value. Merry Christmas!”
Kevin Myers, Senior Pastor of 12Stone
This is going to be a fun Christmas season as we bring joy to others and a smile to God!
It really is all about God! He is pleased when we touch others’ lives and He is the one that adds the power, favor and blessing to our efforts. God is kind, and these acts of kindness are a reflection of His heart for the world! It’s a divine invitation to join God in the expression of His heart.
Ultimately this points to the greatest kindness of all, the gift of his Son, Jesus! Father, may this open doors so that others will receive the gift of eternal life!
The sermon that morning was delivered by John Maxwell from Matthew 25. One of the key verses was verse 40:
“‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’
Pastor, perhaps this inspires you to do something like this next weekend! It’s not about how much money. It’s about what God can do! I know of a church in the Midwest that did this last week giving out $5 to each person. It was powerful!
What might you do if God prompts you to jump in?!
