Way to use money for the Kingdom

[diplomat888]

Recently my church gave everybody a certain amount of money charging us with the task to use that money to further God's Kingdom. I immediately thought of the parable of the 3 servants and the talents given to them by their master. I really don't want to be like the servant who just hoarded the coin for fear that he would lose it, but I don't know how to use the money. I was hoping for suggestions. Its not very much - I'm in China so its RMB 10 (USD 1.30), but I'm sure with God's hand even that amount could go a long way.

Any suggestions?

 

[divineclue]

Talents

Luke 16

Matthew 25

Talents can be defined as money as well as character = an intellect to originate, a heart to be the place of His throne, affection to flow out in blessings to others, a conscience to convict of sin.

Everyone has received something (a skill, a talent, an ability) to do his part in supplying the needs of God’s work.

In regards to money it is important to realize all you have comes from God. You can use it by giving it to a poor person and telling him about Christ or you can donate it to a good cause. But in all things be prayerful before acting. The Holy Spirit will lead / guide your heart to to use the money wisely.

Talents:
Skills = your occupation
Property = money
Speech = what you say
Strength = your actions
Influence = how you treat your friends, relatives, co-workers

In the church or the body of Christ there are many talents that God has given to each human being. These talents are given according to the ability of the recipient or willingness to invest those God given talents.