The Judgement and Joy of the King: Zephaniah 1:1-9, 3:9-20

Zephaniah’s “Christmas card” offers a brief glimpse into the expansive beauty of the gospel. God is both the just judge and the gracious savior. In Jesus, God has taken away the judgments against us—so we can sing and rejoice in his gift of salvation. And when we accept his gift, God himself rejoices and sings over us.

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There is an elephant in the room. In other words, there is an obvious problem or difficult situation that is not seen clearly and is uncomfortable addressing. Money – what you do with it and how generous you are with it – is the elephant in the Corinthian church room as well ours this morning. God’s word helps us to
talk about the uncomfortable and by God’s grace become people who joyfully excel in grace driven, Christ magnifying generosity.

Transparency, accountability and trust are crucial for any gospel ministry partnership to be effective. Where these things are absent or broken, relationships and reputations can be damaged. In our passage today, we learn how the Apostle Paul provided ‘offering management’ in such a way that trust is built, God is glorified, and the church’s reputation is guarded.