14 Dec “Generational Influence” | Part Six – “When King David Prayed for Me” – All Locations
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by Mary Ann Parsons
SAVE THE DATE: JANUARY 26 FOR A LIFE GROUP LEADER MEETING INCLUDING YOU AND ANY APPRENTICES YOU MAY HAVE.
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ALL LOCATIONS
The Life Group Leader Training has been changed to December 15. Please let your apprentices know that they have signed up. The registration is full, so I will be adding another one in January.
WATERS UNIVERSITY:
We’re looking to grow healthy Christians at Waters Church…spiritually, physically, mentally, financially, and relationally — that is the mission of Waters University.
As the Fall classes wind down, we’re looking forward to an early January 2026 start for Financial Peace University at the North Attleboro and Apollo Beach campuses. Go to https://watersu.org/ or click the link below now for more information on classes and to register.
WATERSU
Thank you!
WATERS UNIVERSITY – FINANCIAL PEACE STARTING IN JANUARY:
We’re looking to grow healthy Christians at Waters Church…spiritually, physically, mentally, financially, and relationally — that is the mission of Waters University.
As the Fall Waters U classes wind down, we’re looking forward to an early January 2026 start for “Financial Peace University” at the North Attleboro, Southcoast and Apollo Beach campuses. Go to https://watersu.org/ or click the link below now for more information on classes and to register.
WATERSU (https://watersu.org/)
Waters Class Schedule:
- Growth Track – Check the schedule and register on the events page.
- 4th Sunday: Baptism Class – after every service
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NOTE:
Two opportunities to pray:
Leaders only: Please be available at the end of services to pray for those who come forward. If you are not actively serving during the service you are attending, make it a priority to head to the front when the invitation is given. Your presence matters!
North Attleboro Leaders and members: If you are available, or any member of your group who currently serves is available, there is an opportunity to meet for prayer in the conference room off of the break room area during the second and third services. Please see Doug and Joanie White or Felix Shyllon if you would like to be a part of that ministry.
Please note: if you have a member who is not currently serving and would like to be part of the prayer during the service team, please have them take the appropriate steps to become a serve team member.
NORTH ATTLEBORO
Prayer at the Altar – AFTER SERVICES
If possible, please make an effort to be at the altar after this service to pray for others.
Your presence makes a difference—thank you for serving!
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**Please read all scripture in the ESV, unless otherwise noted.**
Key Verse: 1 Chronicles 29
Ice breaker question:
What is one gift you’ve received that meant more to you than its price tag?
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Opening Prayer:
Father God, thank You for Your goodness and provision in our lives. As we open Your Word, shape our hearts to reflect Yours. Teach us to live with devotion, gratitude, humility, and worship in all that we give. May our lives honor You and influence generations for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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David prayed for you. This is what he prayed:
1 Chronicles 29:18 ESV
Since you are God’s people, the prayer you just read is for you.
As David’s life draws to a close in 1 Chronicles 29, his final public act is setting up the next generation for success by making financial contributions.
Instead of withholding, David chooses to give his treasure to God.
1 Chronicles 29:1-3 ESV
David shows us what giving is all about.
The FIVE VIRTUES of GIVING:
- Giving is an ACT of DEVOTION.
1 Chronicles 29:3b–5a ESV
David gives his private wealth to the house of God, not state funds.
You can’t have DEVOTION without DEMONSTRATION.
Romans 5:8 ESV
How can we say we are devoted if we don’t give?
Q. When have you seen giving become a tangible expression of your devotion to God rather than just a religious obligation?
Practical Application:
Identify one area of your life where you can give to God out of devotion, not obligation—whether time, resources, or service.
2. Giving is an ACT of CONSECRATION to God.
David, already leading by example, calls on the people to contribute as they desire.
1 Chronicles 29:5b
Give willingly. Give because you want to give.
Consecrate – to FILL the HAND.
This level of commitment means you are truly all in.
1 Chronicles 29:6–7 ESV
Leaders give. Leaders lead the way for generosity.
Q. How does remembering what God has already given us change the way we respond to opportunities to give?
Leader prompt: “David didn’t give because he had to—he gave because his heart was fully devoted to God. What helps you personally move from obligation to devotion in your giving?”
Practical Application:
This week, boldly dedicate something you value to God as an act of trust and surrender, and see how He transforms your heart!
3. Giving is an ACT of WORSHIP.
Following David’s lead, all the leaders and commanders give; the people’s response is immediate—worship erupts.
1 Chronicles 29:9-11 ESV
As David observes the people’s giving after his own, his response is worship.
Declaring God is worth what you have—this is worship.
Q. Why do you think worship naturally followed generosity in this moment, and what does that reveal about the connection between giving and worship?
Practical Application:
Before every act of giving, pause, and wholeheartedly acknowledge God’s greatness in prayer—fuel your generosity with this mindset!
4. Giving is an ACT of THANKSGIVING.
1 Chronicles 29:12–13 ESV
Money and wealth are not evil things. They are blessings from God.
Deuteronomy 8:17–18 ESV
Proverbs 22:4 ESV
1 Chronicles 29:16 ESV
Q. When you think about the blessings in your life, how does gratitude influence your generosity?
Leader prompt: “David acknowledges that everything comes from God. How does remembering that truth change the way we view what we ‘own’ and how we pass faith on to the next generation?”
Practical Application:
Make a gratitude list this week—and let thankfulness empower and multiply your generosity!
5. Giving is an ACT of HUMILITY.
1 Chronicles 29:14-15 ESV
C.S. Lewis said, Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it’s thinking of yourself less often.
Life is temporary. We are strangers and sojourners; we do not truly belong here.
Q. How does recognizing that everything comes from God keep us humble?
Practical Application:
Humbly acknowledge God as your source, especially when giving stretches you. Let humility fuel courageous generosity!
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Sermon in a Sentence:
David prayed that God would SHAPE a people whose devotion,
worship, gratitude, and humility would be SEEN in HOW they
GIVE to Him.
3 Key Takeaways
1. Giving reflects the condition of the heart, not the size of the gift.
2. Everything we give to God originates from Him.
3. Generosity is one of the clearest ways our faith influences future generations.
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Closing Prayer:
Thank God for His provision, ask Him to shape hearts like David prayed, and commit to living lives where generosity reflects devotion, worship, gratitude, and humility.
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