Thursday, September 17, 2009

Internet Bible Study - September 2009 - Ritual or Relationship

Two reference scriptures are used to illustrate Jesus’ view of giving in the context of relationships. In His comments Jesus both affirms the value of giving and emphasizes the priority of nurturing relationships. The focus of the relationship building about which Jesus spoke is our human relationships. The discussion explores how the scripture intertwines the nurturing of our human relationships with the nurturing of our spiritual relationship with the Father.

Reference Scripture:

Matthew 23:23 (you have neglected the more important matters – justice, mercy)

Matthew 5: 21 – 24 (first go and be reconciled with your brother)

Supporting Scriptures:

2 Corinthians 9: 1&2, 12 – 15 (effect of Corinthian giving on others)

John 17: 1 – 3 (This is eternal life)

Matthew 22: 35 – 40 (1st & 2nd commandment love God , love neighbor)

1 John 4: 7&8; 12 – 20 (love one another, love comes from God)

John 13: 34 – 35 ( by this shall all men know you are my disciples)

John 17: 20 – 22 (Jesus’ prayer for our oneness)

2 Corinthians 9:7 (cheerful giving)

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Book Review - More Than the Gift: A Love Relationship

The new book received a review from The Black Christian Book Review. It reads in part:



"Larry Robinson who has served as budget chairperson in his local church is a gentleman worth listening to when it comes to a discussion on Christian giving or tithing. More Than The Gift by Larry Robinson challenges Christians to examine just exactly what Christian giving is all about--Is it simply giving a ten percent of one's money, or is there more to it?


Your giving to God will become more meaningful after reading More Than The Gift."




I praise God for this positive review.



Larry

September 2009 Web Promo

Today I published a new web video to You Tube and Tangle. It has a stronger flavor than the previous videos. The added spice was intentional.




Larry



Friday, September 11, 2009

Author's Spotlight On Black Christian News

Below is the URL to a promo on me and the new book from Black Christian News. The link tool in blogger doesn't appear to be working so you'll ned to cut and paste the URL to visit the site:


http://blackchristiannews.com/news/authors-spotlight-larry-robinson-author-of-more-than-the-gift.html





Larry

Tuesday, September 08, 2009

Faith Report

It appears that the book distributor has confused the files between the workbook and the new book. Their multiple attempts to correct the problem have only made matters worse. So, the inconsistent display of the book covers and book content on the Internet book sites continues at a time when interest in the new book appears to be building. I request that you join me believing that all things work together for good for those that love the Lord and are called according to his purpose. We are more than conquerors through Christ who loves us.

I will not be discouraged. God will be glorified and His purposes served.


Larry

Saturday, September 05, 2009

Praise Report

On Friday, More Than The Gift: A Love Relationship was listed by Amazon.com as their #1 selling "new release" in the Stewardship category. I continue to praise God for His activity both the seen and the unseen.

Larry

P.S. "Worldwide Impact"

Tuesday, September 01, 2009

Praise Report

I have understood from the beginning that I would only personally witness a small portion of God's activity through this ministry effort. The scripture is clear that we should walk by faith and not by sight so I must take care not to get caught up in a numbers game. Still, I was encourage to notice that on Monday the new book was listed as the #2 best selling new release in the stewardship category.

Also on Barnes & Noble, a reader of the Workbook Edition gave it a 5-star" rating

We praise God for his activity, both the seen and the unseen.

Pray for "Worldwide Impact."


Larry