Jesus and Money: Make Giving an Act of Worship

The Grove Church

This week, Charlie dives into the delicate balance between faith and money, kicking off a new series with a powerful personal story. He shares how selling tickets to a major game to prioritize his daughter's birthday taught him about values and priorities—only to have her choose a youth ministry event instead! Using this story as a backdrop, Charlie explores how we navigate the tension between personal interests and God’s call on our lives. We are challenged to reflect on our relationship with money, as Charlie unpacks Jesus’ teachings from Matthew 6:19-24 about storing up treasures in heaven. He emphasizes that true freedom comes from generosity and aligning our finances with our faith. Through stories of real-life transformation, we are invited to see giving as an act of worship. Join us as we explore how to put God at the center of financial decisions, making faith our ultimate priority.

What does the Greek word mammon mean? Why is money an incomplete translation?

What does Jesus mean that you can’t serve both God and mammon? How have you seen that play out?

How can giving be an act of worship? What can it do for your heart?