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This is Bridging the Gap and we're about to resume our series in Second Corinthians. We left off in chapter eight, verse thirteen. In this part of Paul's letter, he is discussing giving. When it comes to giving, God is more concerned with our heart than the amount. Remember the poor widow who gave two mites? Though that gift may not have caught the attention of people, it sure caught the Lord's attention in a good way!

Martin Luther was heard to say, "I have tried to keep things in my hands and lost them all, but what I have given into God's hands I still possess!" That was the mindset of the Corinthians as well as they gave sacrificially, generously and cheerfully. Today on Bridging the Gap, we'll gain the right motivation for giving to the Lord as we visit Second Corinthians eight.

We're talking about giving, and the right and wrong way to go about it. When you give is it out of reluctance, or some sort of obligation? We'll be introduced to a group of Christians who had a much better motivation than that… they gave because they loved the Lord and cared about those around them. Let's take notice of the heart behind their giving as we join pastor Lloyd Pulley in Second Corinthians eight.

You're listening to Bridging the Gap. We'll be joined by pastor Lloyd Pulley in just a bit. We get right back into Second Corinthians today, and touch on a sensitive subject to say the least. I've heard it said the most sensitive nerves in the human body are the nerves that extend from the heart to the pocketbook. The Lord has a lot to say about how we handle our finances, and giving, and so if it's important to Him it should be important to us. And so today we give attention to giving and generosity.

Today Lloyd will continue our study of Second Corinthians, and we aim to complete chapter seven. In First Corinthians, Paul had sent a scathing letter about the sin going on in the church at Corinth. Now, he's explaining to them why he was so harsh, and at the sometime, he's commending them for their response to his criticism. That's the gist of the book of Second Corinthians.

Today pastor Lloyd Pulley begins a message in Second Corinthians chapter seven. Godly repentance is one of the most important parts of the Christian life. God has called us to be separate from the world and live a life that reflects that we've been saved by His wonderful grace. We're no longer to be living for ourselves, but rather for the Lord. That comes to our attention here in chapter seven.

Why is it we often clam up when God calls us to point out the sin in a person's life and help them to get back on track? The stakes are so high, we can't afford to look the other way. Pastor Lloyd is about to show us the real need for humility, gentleness and love when delivering a corrective word. Join us in Second Corinthians six.

There is a right and a wrong way to bring a word of correction. We'll talk about both today on Bridging the Gap. We're in Second Corinthians six looking at a period in time when Paul had to deliver correction, but he did so in love!

We'll continue looking at Second Corinthians chapter six today in a message Lloyd has titled, "A Heart Transformed By Grace". Does that describe you and your relationship with Jesus Christ? I sure hope so. When we experience the grace of God, the evidence should be easy for anyone to see. A transformed life. What does that look like? We're going to find out with pastor Lloyd, so join us in Second Corinthians chapter six.

We open Second Corinthians chapter six today and explore the wonderful message of grace and reconciliation we have to share with those around us. Let that sink in for a moment. God wants to work together with us, and allows us to be a part of something of great eternal significance. Isn't that awesome? And maybe a bit intimidating?