I Have Faith To Give What I Have!

Host: Welcome to the Lab! Are you ready for a fantastic day?!

Co-host: I am. Give me five!

Co-host: Thanks for slapping my hand, but did you hear my request?

Host: I thought you were asking for a high-five.

Co-host: No, I’d rather you not spread your germs to me. I was asking for five bucks so I could go grab a coffee at Starbucks.

Host: We have a serious lesson to explore first. Five dollars might seem small, but you can do a lot with it. Before we visit Herman and Rusty, find someone and share the best thing you can get for five bucks.

Co-host: Rusty is upset.

Host: Why is he so bothered about giving today? (Allow for answers) He probably should have kept that info to himself.

Co-host: Have you guys ever thought your gift wasn’t as special as someone else’s gift? I have.

Host: Let’s choose a lab assistant to help us reveal today’s Big Point. I think it will help us see the value in every gift.

Co-host: I’m going to have our assistant help us count down from three, and then we’ll read the Big Point.

Co-host: Let’s all say it together, I Have Faith To Give What I Have! Rusty thinks his gift is just not special enough.

Host: That’s how a lot of us feel, too. (Fold as you talk) We think that we’re not talented enough to be used by God or that we aren’t rich enough to give anything that makes a difference. We just feel small. (Have the paper folded to its smallest point) That’s the cool part about serving God. (Unfold the paper as you talk revealing the money) He takes ordinary gifts and talents and turns them into gifts that make a big impact.

Co-host: Wow, let’s hope Rusty can learn that. Maybe you should go show him what you just showed us.

Host: Can you guys believe that Rusty is working for Hans Von Striker?

Co-host: That guy is so mean. Rusty’s gift is fine, as long he’s giving what God asked him to give.

Host: He said that he was, but he just doesn’t believe our Big Point.

Host: I Have Faith To Give What I Have! Let’s choose an assistant to help us reveal the Big Verse.

Co-host: This Big Verse is a great reminder from God about what to do when it’s time to give. Help us count down from three and then you’ll read the verse.

Co-host: I’m sure there are some of you who struggle with this idea as well. Let’s do a little poll to talk this through.

Host: Remember, grab blue balloon if it’s true and red balloon if it’s false. Of course, you guys in the audience can help them decide.

1. God loves you more if you give more.
2. God can’t do much with a small offering.
3. Obeying God is more important than how much you give.
4. Your attitude is more important than your gift.
5. The size of the gift equals how important you are.
6. Rich people impress God.
7. A small gift can be more important than a large gift.

Co-host: Those answers could be really surprising if you didn’t understand our Big Point.

Host: Thankfully, God teaches us this truth in His Word. Let’s stand and worship God.

Let’s bow our heads and close our eyes. One of the best ways to change your attitude is to change your focus. That means instead of thinking constantly about what you don’t have or your challenges, think about God. The more you focus on who God is, how much He loves you, and the great plans He has for you, the easier it is to give. One of the best ways to think about God is to worship, so let’s stand, and as we worship God, use this time to thank Him for helping you to become a cheerful giver.

Co-host: I’m glad Rusty wasn’t willing to sell out his best friend just to make a few extra bucks.

Host: The best part is that he chose to trust Jesus and follow our Big Point. Let’s say it again.

Host: I Have Faith To Give What I Have! That’s what the poor widow did, and Jesus was pleased with her gift.

Co-host: I imagine no one but Jesus paid much attention to her and her gift, but look, we’re still talking about her 2,000 years later.

Host: Two pennies, yet her story has inspired a lot of people to give. In fact, we can be inspired by her to do this week’s Big Do.

Co-host: The Big Do is to use the money you’ve collected in your jars to bless someone else. You could buy a treat for someone. Donate a meal or give it away at church.

Host: Don’t worry about how much you have, just be willing to give it.

Co-host: Let’s play a fun game to celebrate a great series.

Host: I like that idea. This is a fun game. Here’s how it goes: toss a frisbee and get it to land in this can. Think of it as landing your coin in the offering box.

Co-host: First team to three wins.

Host: Great job! Don’t forget our Big Point this week,

Host: I Have Faith to Give What I Have! Let’s gather in our small groups and talk about what we learned.

1. Why was Rusty upset about his offering? He thought it was too small What mistake did Rusty make? Comparing himself to others What advice did Herman give him? Just give what God asks him to
2. Do you ever compare yourself to other people? Why does that create problems? What does God say about that? He wants us to give what He asks us to give with a good attitude
3. What did Herman tell us to do with our families in the Big Do? Give the money in the jar
4. Ask for prayer requests and pray for each child.

1. Our Big Point says I Have Faith To Give What I ______! a. Wish b. Have

2. What did the widow give in the offering? a. Bag of Gold b. Two Coins

3. True/False: Comparing your gifts to others is a great idea. a. True b. False

4. Why did Rusty work for Hans Von Striker? a. He was bored b. He wanted more money to give

5. What was Rusty’s big mistake? Comparing himself with others

6. Complete the Big Verse: 2 Corinthians 9:7 (NIrV), “Each of you should give what you have ______ in your heart to give.” a. Wished b. Decided

7. Why did Jesus say that the widow’s gift was more than the rich people’s gifts? She gave all she had

8. What is more important when you give? a. Attitude b. Amount

9. Why is it important for us to give what we have if God doesn’t need our money? So we can bless others, obey Him, and be part of His big plan

10. What challenge did Herman give us as this week’s Big Do? Give away the money in our jar