As we seek the Lord’s direction for how much we should give toward the ministry of the church, the support of gospel work and missions, and the need of others, let these 3 rules from Philippians 4:14-20 be our guide:
(1) Generous giving to Gospel ministry is a fruit of our faith.
(2) Generous giving to Gospel ministry is worship to the Lord.
(3) Generous giving to Gospel ministry is trusting in God’s promises.
Acts 20:35 still rings true - it is more blessed to give than to receive. There is great joy in generous giving!
In Philippians 4:10-13, Paul writes that he has learned the secret of being content in whatever situation. He had to learn it; it didn’t come natural. It also seemed to be a secret because far too many people, including believers, live in a...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
The most important second of our lives is actually the second after we die. Hebrews 9:27 says “it is appointed for man to die once, and after this the judgment.” When we close our eyes to this life, we will open them before the living...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead. I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14 Pursuing Christ in this life requires letting go of...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, he speaks of two lists; a list of his spiritual credentials (2:5-6) and a list of everything else (2:8). I take the “everything else” to mean whatever can be achieved or gained in the world...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
God is the greatest Being, and He is holy. We are created by God, and we are unholy. Christ came to deliver us from our sin and restore us to our original, created, foundational purpose – the worship of our God and Father. While we as...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Along with our sermon, social media, and blog ministry, we are grateful for the ministry the Lord allowed us to pursue in 2022. Thank you to all who prayed for us and donated financially to help us support gospel ministry in difficult places! Our...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Usually that question means, “Where are you going on vacation?” Yes the summer, sunshine, and heat are here. Time to unwind, relax, swim, sit in the sun, fish, go to the lake, spend time on the beach, hang out with friends, enjoy a...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
I had the privilege this year to meet with a group of senior guys on Wednesday evenings. As their graduation quickly approaches, they are getting ready to experience a whole new world of freedom and responsibility. Whether they are going to...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Thank you for supporting Wil Owens Ministries in 2021. Because of our generous donors we were able to equip and encourage believers around the world through our online ministry and support our gospel partners in Myanmar and Africa! The Lord has...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
