MARCH 30, 2025
From Stealing to Generosity
Dave Anderson, Lead Pastor
Pastor Dave will explore the 8th Love Instruction – do not steal – this Sunday. As we will see, this love instruction does not have an “object,” which opens the trajectory of what this instruction can apply to. In addition, we will see that it is not just about “not stealing;” we cannot withhold our excess either because “our excess is someone else’s need,” and, as followers of Jesus, we are to live a life of generosity for the benefit of others like Jesus lived for us. We can do that because, as a follower, Jesus now lives in us..
SERMON DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Have you ever stolen something? If so, what?
2. Read Exodus 20:15. What do you notice about this instruction?
3. How do we steal from God? Read Malachi 3:8-10. How do you feel about “tithing?” What is the point of tithing?
4. Read Deuteronomy 14:22-29, 15:4-5 and Acts 4:32-35. What do we learn about God and God’s kingdom in these passages? How are you living this way.
5. What does it mean to be generous? How was Jesus generous to us? How can we live a life of generosity? Why is it important for us to do so?
2. Read Exodus 20:15. What do you notice about this instruction?
3. How do we steal from God? Read Malachi 3:8-10. How do you feel about “tithing?” What is the point of tithing?
4. Read Deuteronomy 14:22-29, 15:4-5 and Acts 4:32-35. What do we learn about God and God’s kingdom in these passages? How are you living this way.
5. What does it mean to be generous? How was Jesus generous to us? How can we live a life of generosity? Why is it important for us to do so?
NO LIFETRACK
JOIN US NEXT SUNDAY FOR STEP 1
No matter where you are at on your journey, Lifetrack is the FIRST step that we encourage you to participate in here at Kankakee First Church. This is where you will learn about WHO we are as a church, WHAT we believe, and HOW we are structured to help you along your spiritual journey. Lifetrack is a four-step process that helps you discover your redemptive purpose and live the life God created for you. You will learn more about who we are as a church and who God has created you to be.
UPCOMING Events
This year we will do things a little bit differently. Instead of being 'taught' through the night, each table is going to simply 'participate' in the seder meal. You will receive a short teaching video prior to the event, and we are asking each person to bring one food item to share with your table (no bread). This will be a meaningful time of reflection and celebration!
We will wrap up our series on God's Love Instructions on Palm Sunday, and close out with our Good Friday service where we will look at the New Covenant that Jesus announced during his last Passover meal with his disciples. Join us for a time of teaching, reflection, communion, and worship. April 18th at 7:00 PM.
WAYS TO SERVE
Prepare a MEAL | Sunday or Wednesday Evenings
Breaking bread together is a powerful way to make connection with others. This is why we start many of our ministry gatherings with food - specifcally our YOUTH and our ALPHA ministries. But....we could use some more people who would be willing to help prepare the *simple* meals. If you would be willing to help in this way, please contact Pastor Lindsay (YOUTH) lindsay@k1naz.org, or Pastor Maddi (ALPHA) maddi@k1naz.org.
Breaking bread together is a powerful way to make connection with others. This is why we start many of our ministry gatherings with food - specifcally our YOUTH and our ALPHA ministries. But....we could use some more people who would be willing to help prepare the *simple* meals. If you would be willing to help in this way, please contact Pastor Lindsay (YOUTH) lindsay@k1naz.org, or Pastor Maddi (ALPHA) maddi@k1naz.org.
Basketball Ministry Love sports? Love people? Join our Basketball Ministry team! Whether it's mingling with players and families, serving at our concessions stand, or helping the team with stats -- we are looking to grow our basketball ministry team with K1 people! Contact Brock Kant to get plugged in -- kantbrock99@gmail.com
OuTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
Join a group that serves at the Agape Community Outreach Mission Food Pantry
Join our Dare to Care group that serves at the Center of Hope food pantry. Contact Marcia Ledyard marcia.ledyard@gmail.com
At K1, we are committed to sharing the good news of Jesus with a world who does yet know him. We believe that the most effective way to do that is through "relational evangelism" - building relationships with lost people in our lives by Beginning with Prayer (Praying for them), Listening (Really listening), Eating (Sharing meals with them), Serving (showing up in meaningful ways, without limits), and Sharing our Story (The ways that God has shown up in our lives).
As we live this out, we want to hear stories of how this B.L.E.S.S. way of living is happening in your life!
As we live this out, we want to hear stories of how this B.L.E.S.S. way of living is happening in your life!
NEXT GENERATION
KIDS WORSHIP (AGE 4-5th grade) - Sunday 9:00 AM & 10:45 aM
NURSERY (BIRTH-3 YRS) - SUNDAY 9:00 am & 10:45 AM
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS | 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Learning to be a disciple of Jesus is a journey - and we are committed to helping kids engage in the journey from the very start! JOURNEY is for kids K-5th grade and includes games, teaching, small group, snack and a whole lot of fun. Nursery is available for Infant-Pre-K for all Wednesday night ministries. Checkin opens at 6:15 PM, pickup is done at 8:15 PM
FMI on all things Kids....JULIE FERRIS julie@k1naz.org
YOUTH GROUP:
HIGH SCOOL - SUNDAYS 6:30-8:00 PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL - WEDNESDAYS 6:30-8:00 pM
*Come at 6:00p for food*
BIBLE STUDIES:
MIDDLE SCHOOL - SUNDAYS 9:00 AM
HIGH SCHOOL - WEDNESDAYS 6:30-8:00 pM
FMI on all things Youth....PASTOR LINDSAY lindsay@k1naz.org
PRIME LIVING (60+)
Monday, April 14, 10:00-11:30 AM
Have a cup of coffee with Pastor Cindi and chat. Pastor Cindi will be at Stefari Coffee House, 150 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, from 10:00 - 11:30 am. Stefari Coffee House is located inside the
historic Majestic building and offers speciality pastries. Parking available across the street.
historic Majestic building and offers speciality pastries. Parking available across the street.
TUESDAY, April 8, 11:30 AM
Ham & potatoes and deviled eggs provided Bring - A family Easter traditional side dish or special Dessert. Single men bring dinner rolls.
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 3:00 PM
We have changed our plans for May. We will be traveling to White Fence Farms for their famous
chicken dinner. We will meet at the church at 3:00 pm. The Pastoral Staff will be providing our transportation. We will plan to eat around 4:00 pm. Meals range from $16 to $25 plus drink and gratuity. Family style meals include kidney
bean salad, coleslaw, cottage cheese, pickled beats, corn fritters, choice of potato, homemade gravy and fried chicken.
RSVP to Sharon Legacy or Pastor Cindi by Sunday, May 4.
chicken dinner. We will meet at the church at 3:00 pm. The Pastoral Staff will be providing our transportation. We will plan to eat around 4:00 pm. Meals range from $16 to $25 plus drink and gratuity. Family style meals include kidney
bean salad, coleslaw, cottage cheese, pickled beats, corn fritters, choice of potato, homemade gravy and fried chicken.
RSVP to Sharon Legacy or Pastor Cindi by Sunday, May 4.
Sunday from 10:45 AM -12:00 PM
All programming partners with our K1 KIDS ministry.
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