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Introduction
The story of Jerry and Carolyn—and the discovery of giving and receiving.
Giving according to God’s Word does not always make sense—but it is an essential Christian discipline that will liberate a person from fear and selfishness.
In the Old Testament of Scripture, the Law stated that everyone was to participate in tithing—where 10% of one’s income and increase was taken to the sanctuary.
The best known passage on Old Testament tithing comes from Malachi 3.
Transition
Many pastors and congregants believe that tithing is no longer something to be practiced in the age of grace.
The rationale of this thinking is that, as Christians, we are no longer under the law.
I agree, we are no longer under the law—but the principle of tithing in the support of church ministry did not end at Jesus’ resurrection.
Why would I come to such a conclusion?
2 Timothy 3:16
Although we are no longer under the burden of the law, the principles behind the law can have an effective, powerful, and positive impact on our life.
The principle of Tithing (giving 10% in support of church ministry) is a meaningful starting point.
But in the age of grace—in the age of the new covenant, the Christian should understand that we ought to open all that we have to whatever God’s will leads us to do!
2 Corinthians 9:6-8
What does a Giving Heart for the Church look like?
A Giving Heart chooses to Give.
It is a deliberate choice.
PURPOSED
It is a thoughtful choice.
CONTEMPLATIVE
It is a committed choice.
FAITHFUL
It is a prayerful choice.
SPIRITUAL
A Giving Heart Demonstrates Generosity.
The decision to give is settled.
The decision to give is without regret.
The decision to give is freely made.
The decision to give is free from guilt.
A Giving Heart Embraces Joy.
The giver is happy to give.
The giver is at peace with generosity.
The giver aligns his or her attitude with that of God.
A Giving Heart Lives by Faith.
Giving trusts that God’s Word is true.
Giving knows that God will supply.
Giving understands that God gives through the giver.
Conclusion
A Giving Heart is Blessed.
The blessing that God meets are need.
The blessing that the giver can meet people’s needs.
The blessing that produces thanksgiving.
The blessing that glorifies God.
The blessing that receives from God.
Questions
How can the Old Testament teaching on tithing benefit the Christian today?
How does the principle of sowing and reaping reveal what God wants to do in the life of a giver?
How is the giver blessed when he or she gives?
What is your experience of giving and the blessings God has given you?
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