May 6: Giving from a Generous Heart (Exodus 35:20-29; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8)

To engage the learners in a study of the Scripture text:

Divide the class into two groups, giving each group one of these portions of the Bible text to read and having them create a short skit based upon it. (For a larger class, you may give multiple groups the same assignment.)

Israelite group: Read Exodus 35:20-29. Then act out a conversation between two or more Israelites discussing their offerings for the construction of the tent of meeting.

Corinthian group: Read 2 Corinthians 9:6-8. Then act out a conversation between a Corinthian who objects to giving to the collection for the churches and another who corrects his or her attitude with the principles Paul gives.

After about ten minutes of preparation time, allow groups to present their skits.

To encourage personal application:

Download the “Giving Plan” exercise here. Make copies for each class member.

At the end of class, distribute these worksheets to your students. Briefly read through it together. Encourage class members to take the sheet home and use it to create a giving plan for themselves.