Giving

Do you see how giving makes us more blessed than getting? We can get so much happiness when we see how God is glorified in our giving and when we see Him bless others through our giving.

It is, of course, good to be thankful once we are through the trial. But when we give thanks in the trial, we will receive the multiplied blessings of courage, strength, and peace beyond human understanding.

Worried you won’t have enough if you tithe? This honest conversation will challenge what you really trust: God or your bank account.

Is it really possible to, Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is Gods will for you in Christ Jesus, as 1 Thessalonians 5:18 encourages? It seems like God is asking too much of us, especially during times of great disappointments, tremendous losses, or unbearable heartaches. How to we begin to give thanks in everything?

God doesn’t require that we give up everything we have to love others well. But there are few things he has given us that he asks us to hold with open hands, ready to generously give a portion of in order for the people in our lives to get a taste of the sacrificial love of Jesus.

The most important thing you can do is to be an example to your children. How can we expect them to give freely if they don't see you giving?Just as we are to be Christ's example in every area of our lives, we can also be a good example through our giving. Although it takes faith to tithe, especially when money is tight, it demonstrates that God is a good God that provides for his children.

A few weeks ago I wrote an article called “Why it’s Important to Keep Tithing in Tough Economic Times” and, quite frankly, I was surprised by the many follow up comments from Christians who don’t believe that tithing is for today...

We must be careful we have the right heart when it comes to giving financially. When we give from the right heart motivation, we will focus more on our eternal reward than any approval from man.

As a pastor’s wife, my family and I have been the recipients of some lovely gifts that blessed us in special ways. Here are seven unique ideas to bless your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month.

Giving as a Christian comes with self-evaluation.

Perhaps God has blessed you with a surplus or a desire to sacrifice your time, talent, or treasure. How can you invest in God’s kingdom?

When it comes to popularity, the sad truth is that, in many cases, money matters. Consider four ways to recognize and resist the rapture of riches.

God’s people have always had issues with obedience, especially when called to part with something of value. Thus, pastors and church leaders must tread but do so lightly when approaching this subject with members.

What do we do when people ask for more and more or when people misuse the money we give them? Let’s take a look at three questions we can answer to help us know how to give.

Having nothing to give shows itself in many ways in our lives. It begins with questioning ourselves and our worth. As a result, we start to see ourselves and the world around us negatively. As we face our own lack, hopelessness creeps its way in and we allow distance to grow between ourselves and God, and even the people closest to us. More than ever, these are the times we need a spark of hope. This is when we need a reminder that God loves us no matter what, and that He will provide something