I Dare You to TRUST GOD - 9th Episcopal District

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9th Episcopal District – A.M.E. Church – ―I Dare You to TRUST GOD‖
A 90-Day Stewardship Spiritual Journey – 2015
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“I Dare You to TRUST GOD”
Principles of Stewardship
February 15 – May 16, 2015
AME Churches in the State of Alabama
9th Episcopal District
James L. Davis, Servant Bishop
Arelis B. Davis, WMS Supervisor
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African Methodist Episcopal Church
“I Dare You…..”
A 90-Day Stewardship Spiritual Journey
Dates: February 15 – May 16, 2015
Table of Contents
Page 4-5 ….Opening Letter (Correspondence): From Bishop James L. Davis
Page 6-20 ..Overview and Study Guide Outline
Six Foundational Principles of Stewardship Lesson Format
Page 21 …..Wrap-up Session
Page 22-26 References
Page 27-32 Appendix A: Activities
Page 33-38 Appendix B: Sermons, Bible Studies, PowerPoint
Presentations, etc.
Page 39: 9th District Episcopal “I Dare You” Committee Members
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Greetings
to the ambassadors in the Body of Christ - The
members of the Ninth Episcopal District of the African Methodist
Episcopal Church! We are grateful to our infinite Creator-God- for
allowing us to enter into the 2015 New Year. Ask yourself this question,
―What Do I want Christ to do in me and through for His Church in the
State of Alabama in 2015?‖
We hear over and over again in secular society that learning is a lifelong
process. And an ancient Chinese Proverb states, ―Learning is a treasure
that will follow its owner everywhere.‖ Further, 20th Century philosopher,
George Santayana said, ―Even the wisest mind has something yet to learn.‖
And my heart is “strangely warmed‖ when I read from the perfect Word
of God saying, ―…Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who
asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do it with
gentleness and respect‖ (1st Peter3:15 NIV).
Just as secular society, we as Christian leaders in the religious community
firmly believe that Christian Education is a lifelong process; and it is our
responsibility to present the gospel to the unsaved and nurture and grow
the saved into mature disciples for Christ. In partnership with you, and as
your servant leader over the past 6 years, we have a strong history of
engaging in lifelong learning challenges and opportunities to refine,
refresh, and retool the people of God.
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In keeping with our history of teach the people wisely and they will learn,
we are about to embark yet on another spiritual journey that calls us to
continue being mentors, coaches and networkers for our churches and
communities. Thus, we invite every child, youth, young adult and adult to
participate in our 90-Day Stewardship ―Biblical Plan of Action” for the
Ninth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The
Thirteen Foundational (I Dare You…) Principles, will lead us to greater
awareness of the meaning, mission, passion and purpose of our God-given
resources- the (3Ts of Stewardship)—Time, Talents, and Treasures. A
faithful steward manages his/her 3Ts carefully, knowing that God is our
ultimate employer. The Great Commission is compelling. And the
process of conversion and discipleship is a lifelong endeavor in building a
church community of love, compassion and commitment.
And to all of you in the Ninth Episcopal District, it would not be the great
place it is without you, and it will not get to where it needs to go without
your help. Let us continue to rely on the Holy Spirit to fill us with
holiness and humility, so that God will be glorified in all we do.
Last but not least, we sincerely appreciate and are deeply indebted to those
persons who assisted us in developing the 90-Day Stewardship ―Biblical
Plan of Action.‖ Thank you for committing your time and talents as
faithful stewards.
See you on the next leg of the journey, as we fast forward on the course
that positions us to be stronger and even better witnesses for Christ
personally and as we interact with others.
Wear the arm bands, which are being provided through your presiding
elder, to remind all we come in contact, ―TRUST GOD!‖
In the Name of Him who does all things well!
James L. Davis
Servant Bishop for Christ
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Curriculum Guide – Stewardship: Biblical Principles in Action
“…Test me in this," says the LORD Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the
floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will
not be room enough to store it.” – -Malachi 3:10 (NIV)
OVERVIEW
All people crave rich experiences that are engaging, relevant, applicable to
everyday life and personal. It is with these truths in mind that we
prayerfully present the 90-Day Stewardship “Biblical Plan of Action” for
the Ninth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church; a
spiritual journey that will transform your daily life.
The ―Biblical Plan of Action‖ consists of the following components: (1)
biblical teaching and preaching; (2) various types of prayers; and (3) songs
and hymns, responsive readings, etc. As we develop a more intimate and
personal relationship with God, through committing our time, talents and
treasures, we can look upward, inward and outward as the Holy Spirit speaks to us.
We can make Christ front and center to our lives as illustrated in the St.
Matthew, Chapter 6, verse 21, “For where your treasure is, there will your heart
be also. ” Our hope is for all participants to worship, praise, adore, and
magnify God’s Holy Name, to generate love for God and for one another.
Our prayer is that God will drop an anointing into your soul to listen intently and
watch for the Holy Spirit’s leading. Further, The 13 Principles incorporated in the
study will serve as a channel to impact our lives spiritually, physically,
emotionally, relationally, and financially.
Therefore, we seek God’s guidance and directions by way of His Holy
Spirit to rest upon our Episcopal Servant Leader, Bishop James L. Davis as
he faithfully charges us to follow God’s Biblical Plan regarding the “13
Foundational Principles of Biblical Stewardship as outlined in the
succeeding pages of the Study Guide.
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STUDY GUIDE OUTLINE
THIRTEEN FOUNDATIONAL
PRINCIPLES OF STEWARDSHIP
“I Dare You to Trust God”
LESSON FORMAT
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FEBRUARY 15, 2015
PRINCIPLE 1: …TO BE A WISE STEWARD
Lesson Theme
“Understand That Everything Is Owned By God”
Key Scripture: “And the Lord said, who then is that faithful and
wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give
them their portion of meat in due season?”
(Luke 12:42 NIV)
Objectives: At the end of this study, participants will be
able to:
 explain that “God owns everything.”
 trust God with all that we have.
 demonstrate the primary essentials of finances and
biblical stewardship.
1. Supplies Needed
 Bibles
 Binders With Notebook Paper or Legal Pads
 Pens or Pencils
 Others (as specified by facilitators)
2. Activities - See Appendix A
3. Sermons, Bible Studies, PowerPoint Presentation,
etc. – See Appendix B
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FEBRUARY 22, 2015
PRINCIPLE 2: …TO OBEY GOD
Lesson Theme
“Be Persistent In Obeying God”
Key Scripture: “Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then
out of all nations you will be my treasured possession. Although the whole
earth is mine” (Exodus 19:5 NIV)
OBJECTIVES: At the end of this study, participants will be able to:
 explain the need to fully obey and trust God for every
situation.
 provide personal explanations regarding being obedient.
 share their biblical understanding of being a persistent
believer.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Binders With Notebook Paper or Legal Pads
Pens or Pencils
Others (as specified by facilitators)
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MARCH 1, 2015
PRINCIPLE 3: …BE COMMITTED TO GOD
Lesson Theme
“To Be Fully Committed to the Lord”
Key Scripture: “And may your hearts be fully committed to the
LORD our God, to live by his decrees and obey his commands, as at this
time.” (1 Kings 8:61 NIV)
Objectives: At the end of this study, participants will be able to:
 demonstrate qualities on how to be fully committed to God.
 appreciate God‟s word and apply it to their life on a regular
basis.
 understand that being committed to God will help them
grow spiritually.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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MARCH 8, 2015
PRINCIPLE 4: …TO PRACTICE SELF-CONTROL
Lesson Theme
“To Be Guided by God’s Holy Spirit”
Key Scripture: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace,
forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and selfcontrol. Against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23 NIV)
 understand the significance of being guided by the Holy
Spirit.
 explain the importance of loving and serving God by
serving each other.
 help others to understand how self-control helps to shape
them spiritually.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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MARCH 15, 2015
PRINCIPLE 5: …TO BE FAITHFUL TO GOD AND
OTHERS
Lesson Theme
“To Be Faithful to God and Follow His Commands”
Key Scripture: “Now it is required that those who have been given a
trust must prove faithful.” (1 Corinthians 4:2 NIV)
 understand the significance of being faithful and
trustworthy to God and others.
 demonstrate the qualities of how to be faithful and follow
God‟s commands daily.
 Apply their faithfulness in God to believers and nonbelievers.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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MARCH 22, 2015
PRINCIPLE 6: …TO SERVE GOD BOLDLY
Lesson Theme
“To Learn How to Serve God”
Key Scripture: “No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate
the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the
other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.” (St. Matthew 6:24 KJV)
 understand that serving God has eternal benefits.
 explain this principle of serving only God to all aspects of
their lives.
 have a better understanding of why they should choose to
serve God.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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MARCH 29, 2015
PRINCIPLE 7: …TO GIVE GENEROUSLY AND
CHEERFULLY
Lesson Theme
“To Become a Generous Giver of Our Time,
Talents and Treasures”
Key Scripture: “You must each decide in your hear t how much to
give. And don't give reluctantly or in response to pressure. "For God
loves a person who gives cheerfully." (2 Corinthians 9:7 NLT)
 practice giving generously and cheerfully.
 explain some principles of generous giving.
 have a better understanding how to give generously.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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APRIL 5, 2015
PRINCIPLE 8: …TO HONOR GOD BY GIVING TO
HIM FIRST
Lesson Theme
“Learning How to Honor God”
Key Scripture: : “Honor the LORD with your substance and with
the first fruits of all your produce; 10 then your barns will be filled with
plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine. (Proverbs 3:9-10 NRSV)
 understand that honoring is a requirement for all
Christians.
 apply this principle to all aspects of their lives.
 have a better understanding to honor God.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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APRIL 12, 2015
PRINCIPLE 9: …TO HUMBLE YOURSELF TO THE
LORD
Lesson Theme
“Learning to Humble Ourselves Before God”
Key Scripture: : “Honor the LORD with your substance and with
the first fruits of all your produce; 10 then your barns will be filled with
plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine. (Proverbs 3:9-10 NRSV)
 demonstrate to others how to be humble daily.
 discuss this principle in detail.
 give examples of humble Christian living.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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APRIL 19, 2015
PRINCIPLE 10: …TO FAST SECRETLY TO GOD
Lesson Theme
“To Seek God for Spiritual Strength”
Key Scripture: “That thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy
Father which is in secret: and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall
reward thee openly.” (St. Matthew 6:18 KJV)
 Utilize prayer more effectively in communicating secretly
with God.
 Explain the difference between Biblical fasting and dieting.
 Develop a hunger for fasting for spiritual breakthroughs
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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APRIL 26, 2015
PRINCIPLE 11: …TO MEDITATE ON GOD’S WORD
Lesson Theme
“To Spend Time With the Lord”
Key Scripture: “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy
mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest
observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt
make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.” (Joshua
1:8 KJV)
 Apply this principle of meditation to their daily lives.
 Explain how God communicates with us through the Holy
Spirit
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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MAY 3, 2015
PRINCIPLE 12: …TO ABIDE IN JESUS FOR ALL
YOUR NEEDS
Lesson Theme
“To Abide By and Apply Biblical Scriptures
When Planning Finances”
Key Scripture: "If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask
whatsoever ye will, and it shall be done unto you.” (St. John 15:7 ASV)
 Help others to abide in God for all things!
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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MAY 10, 2015
PRINCIPLE 12: …TO KEEP THE CHARGE OF THE
LORD
Lesson Theme
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Key Scripture: “and keep the charge of the Lord your God, walking
in his ways and keeping his statutes, his commandments, his ordinances,
and his testimonies, as it is written in the law of Moses, so that you may
prosper in all that you do and wherever you turn.” 1 Kings:2:3 (NRSV)
 Discuss importance of keeping their charge assigned by
God.
1. Supplies Needed
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Bibles
Pens or Pencils
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WRAP-UP SESSION
THE 13 FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES OF STEWARDSHIP
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED………
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I TRUSTED GOD AND………
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I WILL APPLY WHAT I’VE LEARNED BY….…
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Suggested Activities:
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Plays, Skits, Stewardship Concert, etc.
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Note: Refer to Appendices (A, & B) Sections for additional resources.
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REFERENCES
Michael A. Baker, Michael A. The New Managing God's MoneyThe Basics, Library and Archives Cataloguing in Publication,
Canada, 2007.
Blue, Ron and White, Jeremy. The New Master Your Money: A
Step-by-Step Plan for Gaining and Enjoying Financial Freedom,
Moody Publishers, 2004.
Carmichael, Pamela. Financial Empowerment: Realign Your
Finances to God's Will, Living Success Publishers. 2012.
Christopher, J. Clif. Not Your Parents' Offering Plate: A New
Vision for Financial
Stewardship, Abingdon Press, 2010.
Martin, Alfred. Biblical Stewardship, ESC Ministries, 2005.
Smith, Vanessa C. Ten Biblical And Business-Based Principles To
Manage And
Grow Your Money: Learn How To Professionally Manage Your
Money Under Biblical Guidance, CrossBook Publishers,
Bloomington, IN, 2011.
Stewardship Sunday (Tithing Your Finances) Music and Worship
Resources. (September, 2012). Retrieved from:
http://www.theafricanamericanlectionary.org/PopupWorshipAid.asp?LRID=289
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PRINCIPLE 1: …TO BE A WISE STEWARD:
Commentary Reference: John Gill’s Exposition of the Bible – “.(Retrieved from:
http://www.biblestudytools.com/commentaries/gills-exposition-of-the-bible/luke-12-42.html
Suggested Resource: Author - Michael A. Bell. The New Managing God's Money-The
Basics Paperback – February 15, 2007. (Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/TheManaging-Gods-Money-The-Basics/dp/097359022X)
PRINCIPLE 2: …TO OBEY GOD
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry – “…(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus+19%3A5+&version=NIV
Suggested Resource: Author – Michael Youssef. Trust and Obey: A Story of God's
Faithfulness [Kindle Edition], 2012.
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=searchalias%3Dstripbooks&fieldkeywords=Trust%20and%20Obey%3A%20A%20Story%20of%
20God%27s%20Faithfulness
PRINCIPLE 3: …BE COMMITTED TO GOD -
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry – “…….(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Kings+8%3A61+&version=NIV
Suggested Resource: Author: Kyle Idleman. Not a Fan: Becoming a Completely
Committed Follower of Jesus Paperback – June 1, 2011
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Not-Fan-Becoming-CompletelyCommitted/dp/0310331935/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420848763&sr=15&keywords=Being+committed+to+God
PRINCIPLE 4: ….TO PRACTICE SELF-CONTROL
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry –“…
….(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Galatians+5%3A2223+&version=NIV
Suggested Resource: Authors : Phyllis J. LePeau, Jack Kuhatschek Jacalyn Eyre
Stephen Eyre Peter Scazzero Fruit of the Spirit: 48 Bible Studies for Individuals or
Groups (Fruit of the Spirit Bible Studies) Paperback – July 28, 2013
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(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Fruit-Spirit-Studies-IndividualsGroups/dp/0310698456/ref=sr_1_12?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420852181&sr=112&keywords=the+fruits+of+the+spirit
PRINCIPLE 5: ….TO BE FAITHFUL TO GOD AND OTHERS
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry – “….(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+4%3A2+&version=
NIV)
Suggested Resource: Author: Jack L. Seymour - Teaching the Way of Jesus:
Educating Christians for Faithful Living Paperback – March 18, 2014
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Way-Jesus-EducatingChristians/dp/1426765053/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420853873&sr=13&keywords=a+faithful+to+Christian)
PRINCIPLE 6: …TO SERVE GOD BOLDLY
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry –
“https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+6%3A24&version=KJV)
Suggested Resource: Author - C. William Pollard - Serving Two Masters?
Paperback – June 27, 2012
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Serving-Two-Masters-WilliamPollard/dp/0578106469/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420855514&sr=12&keywords=Serve+one+master)
PRINCIPLE 7: TO GIVE GENEROUSLY AND CHEERFULLY.
(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+Corinthians+9%3A7+&version=
NLT)
Suggested Resources: Author: Charles Stanley - Waiting on God: Strength for
Today and Hope for Tomorrow Hardcover – January 6, 2015
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Waiting-God-Strength-TodayTomorrow/dp/1476794030/ref=sr_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420860808&sr=17&keywords=Honoring+God)
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PRINCIPLE 8: …TO HONOR GOD BY GIVING TO HIM FIRST
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry - “
(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs+3%3A910+&version=NIV)
Suggested Resources: Author: Kay Arthur - Lord, I Give You This Day: 366
Appointments with God Hardcover – 2006
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Lord-Give-You-ThisDay/dp/1400071607/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420859653&sr=16&keywords=to+give+generously
PRINCIPLE 9:..TO HUMBLE YOURSELF TO THE LORD
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry - “
(Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+4%3A6+&version=KJV)
PRINCIPLE 10:….TO FAST SECRETLY TO GOD
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry (Retrieved from:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+6%3A18&version=KJV
Suggested Resource: Author: Craig Groeschel- Awakening: A New Approach to
Faith, Fasting, and Spiritual Freedom Paperback – December 14, 2010
(Retrieved from: http://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Approach-Fasting-SpiritualFreedom/dp/0307459535/ref=sr_1_sc_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420862078&sr=1-2spell&keywords=the+benefits+ofspiritual+fasting
Book Description: “Would you describe your walk with God as fresh and exciting?
Would you describe your spiritual life as vibrant and passionate? If not, would you like
these attributes to be the norm in your everyday relationship with God? ”(An Excerpt from
Amazon.com)
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PRINCIPLE 11…TO MEDITATE ON GOD’S WORD -
Commentary Reference: Matthew Henry - Refer to https://www.biblegateway.com
PRINCIPLE 12:…TO ABIDE IN JESUS FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS
PRINCIPLE 13:…TO KEEP THE CHARGE OF THE LORD
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Appendix A
Activities, Handouts, etc.
Time & Talent Sheet
9th Episcopal District African Methodist Episcopal Church
“I Dare You”
A 90-Day Spiritual Journey on Stewardship
Time & Talent Sheet
Name/Family: _______________________________________
Phone: ________________ Email: _____________________
Scheduled Volunteers
Check off the scheduled roles in which you would be able to serve, including
those in which you are already participating. Thank You.
Please mark at least one of these positions for each individual:
A:
Usher …..… handing out bulletins and collecting offering
B:
Nursery ….. provide childcare during worship services
C:
Cleaning ….. serve on cleaning crew, minor housekeeping
D.
Other…………………………………………… ______
Talents, Gifts, & Interests
Check off the general areas of talents and gifts you have to share, or areas in
which you would have interest in involvement at the church.
Music ……..…. singing, playing instruments, leading music
Drama ……….. being part of skits, plays, live nativity scene
Creativity……...artwork, sewing, quilting, crafts
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Welcoming ……. new member sponsor, invitation, hospitality
Praying …………..email/phone prayer chain, confirmation sponsor
Helping ………….social ministry, community service projects
Visiting ………….visitor for shut-ins, hospitalized, nursing homes
Teaching ………..Sunday school, vacation bible school
Youth ………….. serving as youth leader, chaperone, first Fridays
Learning ……….. attend forums or bible studies, small groups
Fellowship ………plan events, getting together with others
Office Work …….secretarial, newsletter, letter-stuffing
Serving Meals….. meals, new-member receptions
Maintenance ……upkeep and repair of the church building
Lawn Care …….. summer mowing, trimming, gardening
Leadership ……..church council, district, long-range planning
Other …………. ________________________________________________
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A 90-Day Personal Spending Plan 2015 Form
90-DAY PERSONAL SPENDING PLAN 2015
EARNINGS/INCOME PER MONTH
Salary #1 (net take-home)
Salary #2 (net take-home)
Other (less taxes)
TOTALS
TOTAL MONTHLY INCOME
$0.00
% Guide
10%
$0.00
10%
$0.00
3. DEBT
Credit Cards:
Visa
Mastercard
Discover
American Express
Gas Cards
Department Stores
Education Loans
Other Loans:
Bank loans
Credit Union
Family/Friends
Other
0-10%
$0.00
4. HOUSING
Mortgage/Taxes/Rent
Maintenance/Repairs
Utilities:
Electric
Gas
Water
Trash
Telephone/Internet
Cable TV
Other
25-32%
5. AUTO/TRANSP.
Car Payments/License
Gas + Bus/Train/Parking
Oil/Lube/Maint.
12-15%
1. GIVING
Church
Other Contributions
2. SAVING
Emergency
Replacement
Long Term
6. INSURANCE (paid by you)
Auto
Homeowners/Renters
Life
Medical/Dental
Other
7. HOUSEHOLD/PERSONAL
Groceries
Clothes/Dry Cleaning
Gifts
Household items
Personal:
Cosmetics
Barber/Beauty
Other:
Books/Magazines
Allowances
Music Lessons
Personal Technology/Mobiles
Education
Miscellaneous
8. ENTERTAINMENT
Going Out:
Meals
Movies/Events
Babysitting
Travel (Vacation/Trips)
Other:
Fitness/Sports
Hobbies
Media Rental
Other
5%
$0.00
15-20%
$0.00
5-10%
$0.00
5-15%
$0.00
$0.00
9. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Childcare
Medical/Dental/Prescriptions
Other:
Legal
Counseling
Professional Dues
10. MISC CASH EXPENDITURES
2-3%
$0.00
Total Expenses:
$0.00
Total Monthly Income
Less Total Expenses
Income Over/(Under) Expenses
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
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Tithing Chart – Sample 1 “I Dare You” 2015
Annual 10%
Income Tithe
$10,000
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Tithing Chart - Sample 1 - "I Dare You" 2015 - Weekly Tithing Amount
1% 2% 3% 4% 5% 6% 7% 8% 9%
$2
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$15
$17
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$13
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$15
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$21
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$23
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10% 12%
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$288 $346
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$577 $692
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Types of Prayers/Litanies
The prayer of faith: James 5:15says, “And the prayer of faith will
save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up.” In this
context, prayer is offered in faith for someone who is sick, asking
God to heal. When we pray, we are to believe in the power and
goodness of God (Mark 9:23).
The prayer of agreement (also known as corporate prayer):
After Jesus‟ ascension, the disciples “all joined together constantly
in prayer” (Acts 1:14). Later, after Pentecost, the early church
“devoted themselves” to prayer (Acts 2:42). Their example
encourages us to pray with others.
The prayer of request (or supplication):We are to take our
requests to God. Philippians 4:6teaches, “Do not be anxious about
anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with
thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Part of
winning the spiritual battle is to be “praying at all times in the
Spirit, with all prayer and supplication” (Ephesians 6:18).
The prayer of thanksgiving: We see another type of prayer in
Philippians 4:5: thanksgiving or thanks to God. “With thanksgiving
let your requests be made known to God.” Many examples of
thanksgiving prayers can be found in the Psalms.
The prayer of worship: The prayer of worship is similar to the
prayer of thanksgiving. The difference is that worship focuses on
who God is; thanksgiving focuses on what God has done. Church
leaders in Antioch prayed in this manner with fasting: “While they
were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, „Set
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apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called
them.‟ Then after fasting and praying they laid their hands on them
and sent them off” (Acts 13:2-3).
The prayer of consecration: Sometimes, prayer is a time of
setting ourselves apart to follow God‟s will. Jesus made such a
prayer the night before His crucifixion: “And going a little farther
he fell on his face and prayed, saying, „My Father, if it be possible,
let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you
will‟” (Matthew 26:39).
Retrieved from: http://www.gotquestions.org/types-ofprayer.html#ixzz3NJYGvOvc
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Appendix B
Sermons, Bible Studies, PowerPoint Presentations, etc.
Sermons
Sermons:
“I Dare You” Thirteen Foundational Principles of Stewardship
Feb.
1
Feb.
8
Feb.
15
Feb.
22
Mar.
1
Mar.
8
Mar.
15
Mar.
22
Mar.
29
Apr.
5
Apr.
12
Apr.
19
#1*
#1*
#2*
#2*
#3*
#3*
#4*
#4*
#5*
#5*
#6*
#6*
*Note: Sermon Topics based on the Thirteen Foundational
Principles of Stewardship will be added later.
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Apr.
26
WrapUp
Lesson
Additional Bible Studies Lessons (PowerPoint Presentations, etc.)
#1. PowerPoint Presentation on Tithing “Honoring the Lord.”
TITHING
Honoring the Lord
“Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the first fruit of your produce”
Proverbs 3:9
“I Dare You” Stewardship Initiative for 2015
Bible Study Lesson
African Methodist Episcopal Church
Bishop James L. Davis, Servant Bishop
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9th Episcopal District “I Dare You” Teams
Worship
Rev. Donna James
Rev. Paul Horn
Litany
Rev. John Dees
Rev. Kenya Anderson
Rev. Angie Cox
Rev. Nicole Slater
Publication/Editing
Rev. Rodney Smith
Study Guide
Rev. Jo Ann Sumbry
Rev. Dr. Ronald Sterling
Rev. Eugene Johnson
Rev. Jermaine Richardson
Suggested Scriptures
(No One)
Public Relations
Rev. Carlton Worthen
Rev. Brian Blackwell
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I Dare You to TRUST GOD - 9th Episcopal District

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