Heavenly Treasure Accounts - Pt 2

Heavenly Treasure AccountsPart 2

Graphical sermon notes by,Rev. Ed WhitmanSunday, November 16, 2014

Evangelical Congregational Church in Dunstable Massachusetts Copyright 2014 by the author, Rev. Ed Whitman, with permission to freely redistribute.Heavenly Treasure AccountsPart Two

Philippians 4: 10-202Philippians 4:10-20 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be contentwhatever the circumstances.Philippians 4:10-20 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry,whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.Philippians 4:10-20 Yet it was good of you to sharein my troubles. Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early daysof your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia,not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; for even when I was in Thessalonica,you sent me aid more than once when I was in need.Philippians 4:10-20 Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account. I have received full payment and have more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditusthe gifts you sent. They are a fragrantoffering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God.Philippians 4:10-20 And my God will meet all your needsaccording to the riches of His gloryin Christ Jesus. To our God and Fatherbe glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Heavenly Treasure AccountsIt was good of you to share in my troublesNot that I am looking for your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account. Philippians 4: 14, 17

God will not forget your work and the love you have shown Him as you have helped His people and continue to help them. Hebrews 6: 108 Philippi Evangelical Congregational ChurchModel Missionary Letter:To inform and thank themA.D. 61, Rome1000 miles from PhilippiPastor Paul: prisoner under house arrestChained to guard 24/79 Philippi Evangelical Congregational ChurchModel Missionary Letter:To inform and thank themA.D. 61, Rome1000 miles from PhilippiPastor Paul: prisoner under house arrestChained to guard 24/7Not free, but still able to bear witness

Still rejoicing in the Lord

Very thankful

10 Philippi Evangelical Congregational ChurchModel Missionary Letter:To inform and thank them Partnership for 11 years since the first day My prayers for all of you your prayers for me Mutual Love I have you in my heartwhom I love and long for

11 Philippi Evangelical Congregational ChurchModel Missionary Letter:To inform and thank them Partnership for 11 years since the first day My prayers for all of you your prayers for me Mutual Love I have you in my heartwhom I love and long for

Cheered when I receive news about you

Good of you to share in my troubles

12P E C CGenerous

13P E C CGenerous

Wise and loving in their giving14The Expectation of Jesus: Converted Wallets Dedicated to Purposes

15Philippians 4: 17: Nervous? I dont say this because I want a gift from you. Rather, I want you to receive a reward for your kindness NLT

Rather, what I desire is that more be credited to your account NIV theprofit (fruit) which increases to your account NASB profit that accrues to your credit ESV

16Your Account ?17

Lets Pray18Heavenly Bank Account19Heavenly Bank AccountRich young man/ruler Mt 19Mk 16Lk 18treasure in heavenCome, follow Me!

Matthew 6: 20 Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven20Heavenly Treasure AccountsRich young man/ruler Mt 19Mk 16Lk 18treasure in heavenCome, follow Me!

Matthew 6: 20 Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven21Heavenly Treasure AccountsGod will not forget your work and the love you have shown Him as you have helped His people and continue to help them. Hebrews 6: 1022Bottom Line:When you give to help Kingdom of God workers and their workYou are doing something that isENCOURAGED MUCH DESIRED AND NOTICEDBy your Heavenly Father23How long has it beensince you stopped yourself to think about what you give of your time, energy and resources in this way?24Credits to your accountGiving as a servant of Christ can be seen as making deposits towards what may be credited to your account. And God will not forget your works of love as you help His people and continue to do so.25Credits for P E C CSome of Pauls guards came to faith in Jesus and went forth to witness

26Credits for P E C CSome of Pauls guards came to faith in Jesus and went forth to witness Many vicinity churches near Rome proclaimed Christ more courageously and fearlessly from Pauls example

27Credits for P E C CSome of Pauls guards came to faith in Jesus and went forth to witness Many vicinity churches near Rome proclaimed Christ more courageously and fearlessly from Pauls example Four prison letters of Pauls became Scriptures that have blessed the total Christian community for 2,000 years. (Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon and Philippians)

28It makes me happy to think of the reward you will have because of your kindness. 29Rewards of What Kind? I dont say this because I want a gift from you. Rather, I want you to receive a reward for your kindness NLT

Rather, what I desire is that more be credited to your account NIV theprofit (fruit) which increases to your account NASB fruit that accrues to your credit ESV

30Rewards in This LifeSome people will come and say thanks31Rewards in This LifeSome people will come and say thanksSatisfaction in just seeing it go easier / better for a needy brother or sister in Christ because you gave32Rewards in This LifeSome people will come and say thanksSatisfaction in just seeing it go easier / better for a needy brother or sister in Christ because you gaveFeeling that comes when you learn of gospel progress and fruitfulness from a kingdom of God worker and work you support33Rewards not known until we are Fully With the LordAll of what you have done for Christ and His kingdom on earth will be revealed to you in heaven.

Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. I Corinthians 13: 1234The Greatest Reward of All Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things Come and share your Masters happiness! Matthew 25: 21,2335Two Money Matters MessagesTithing

36Two Money Matters MessagesTithingBiblical Incentive

The blessings of rewards accruing in your Heavenly Treasure Account as you follow37The Expectation of Jesus: Converted Wallets Dedicated to Purposes

38Close with Two ItemsPROMISE for here/now from a grateful pastor to a beloved congregation at PECC in Greece and at DECC in Massachusetts:

My God will meet all your needs according to His riches in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4: 19

39Close with Two ItemsPROMISE for here/now from a grateful pastor to a beloved congregation at PECC in Greece and at DECC in Massachusetts:

My God will meet all your needs according to His riches in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4: 19The reality for then/there on ahead

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