Building the Kingdom.. How?
Invest God’s Resources in God’s Way
Imagine the impact if God’s resources were truly invested according to His plan! In the book of Acts, we see an extraordinary movement—believers selling their possessions and bringing the proceeds to the apostles, who then distributed them to those in need. This wasn’t just about addressing a humanitarian crisis; it was a full commitment to the mission Christ had given His Church.
These resources weren’t stockpiled for personal security or institutional prestige. They weren’t set aside for a rainy day fund, a beautification committee, or an elaborate building campaign. They were given to those who lacked the means to go—to proclaim the Gospel, to carry out the work of discipleship, and to advance the Kingdom of God. Some had the willingness but not the resources, while others had the resources and willingly sacrificed them for the cause of Christ.
One of the most dangerous messages a leader can preach is one that centers on wealth, possessions, or financial gain. While I believe in tithing, in generous giving, and in financial stewardship, I rarely focus on the offering plate. Why? Because when people’s hearts are fully committed to Christ, when their minds are fixed on the things above, when their lives are aligned with the mission of God, they will give beyond their abilities—not out of guilt or obligation, but out of a deep, sacrificial love for the mission that truly matters.
Acts 4 reveals that when Christ’s mission became their singular focus, the believers gave willingly, the Church faithfully utilized what was given, and the mission flourished. What if we embraced that same mindset today? What if we stopped building castles for ourselves and instead poured everything we have into the Kingdom? The early Church changed the world with their sacrificial commitment—imagine what God could do if we followed their example!
Remember God has the resources. He owns it all and whatever He has allowed us to manage is intended for eternal investment!