ABOVE + BEYOND 2026

Main message: The sermon called the congregation to courageous, above-and-beyond generosity, arguing that sacrificial giving is foundational to the church's life and enables it to expand missionally and meet needs. Giving beyond regular patterns allows the church to go further in kingdom work trusting God as the ultimate owner and giver.

Key points:

• Generosity literally built the church's physical and ministry life—every space and ministry exists because people gave.
• The church dedicates a season called "Above and Beyond" to commit to extra, forward-looking giving.
• Above-and-beyond giving has funded expansion (Cumberland, DC, Trilith), missionary and humanitarian work, and scripture translation.
• It also supports 75+ local ministry partners (e.g., Atlanta Mission, City of Refuge, Healing Bridge) and rapid disaster/community response through partners like Convoy of Hope.
• Theologically, God owns everything and is the ultimate generous giver; our giving joins him to advance his work beyond the ordinary.

Scriptures mentioned: none