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Keys for a Generous Life

The Discipline of Contentment

February 9, 2020
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Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: 1 Timothy 6:6-19
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Parables of Jesus on Money and Things

The Rich Man and His Barns

June 24, 2018
Bible Text: Luke 12:13-34 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Parables of Jesus on Money and Things Eternal life gives us needed perspective on our money and things.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Luke 12:13-34
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Humble Prayers for Thanksgiving

Companions for Thanksgiving

November 19, 2017
Bible Text: 1 Timothy 6:6-19 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Humble Prayers for Thanksgiving Gratitude always dines with humility and generosity.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: 1 Timothy 6:6-19
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Doing Our Part to Change the World

The Challenge of Generosity

October 8, 2017
Bible Text: Luke 7:36-50 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Doing Our Part to Change the World Generosity is a trait God loves.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Luke 7:36-50
The Power of Giving

Generous Giving Expresses Love for Others

August 28, 2016
Bible Text: Galatians 5:19-6:10 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: The Power of Giving Giving is a key way we love others for Jesus.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Galatians 5:19-6:10
Service Type: Sunday Morning
The Power of Giving

Learning Generosity Changes Us

August 21, 2016
Bible Text: Mark 6:6b-13; 30-44 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: The Power of Giving The practice of generous giving sharpens both our spiritual senses and our financial skills.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Mark 6:6b-13; 30-44
Service Type: Sunday Morning
The Power of Giving

We Worship God through Generous Giving

August 14, 2016
Bible Text: Deut. 15:7-11; Psalm 96 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: The Power of Giving When we are generous, we worship God by imitating Him and by helping…
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Deut. 15:7-11; Psalm 96
Service Type: Sunday Morning

    About the author

    Kelvin Jones recently retired as pastor at Copper Hill United Methodist Church. He is married to JoAnne DeSerio Jones. They have one daughter and two grandchildren. He served as a pastor for 44 years. His hobbies are blogging, gardening and walking.

    Copper Hill Highlights

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      Pastor Kelvin Jones with children and "John Wesley" at Copper Hill Church
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      Bishop Bickerton visits Copper Hill
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      Copper Hill Church Bell
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    Recent Public Messages

    • Our heavenly Inheritance
      Kelvin S. Jones, September 29, 2024
    • Living for God’s Blessing
      Kelvin S. Jones, September 22, 2024
    • The High Price of Our Salvation
      Kelvin S. Jones, September 1, 2024
    • Loving Others Because of God’s Love
      Kelvin S. Jones, August 25, 2024
    • Loving God in Return
      Kelvin S. Jones, August 18, 2024
    • God Gives the Bread of Life
      Pastor Kelvin Jones, August 11, 2024
    • God’s Love Reaches Out First
      Pastor Kelvin Jones, August 4, 2024

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    Selection of most read posts and pages

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    • Help in Seeking God – How We Approach the Bible
    • A surprisingly effective way to mark in your Bible in color
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    • The Joy of Singing in the Choir
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