The Spiritual Discipline of
The Spiritual Discipline of
The spiritual discipline of tithing and giving - these acts of obedience and stewardship in the Christian faith - help you grow in Christ by teaching you to let go of what is not necessary and remain dependent on God as your security and source. It is a principle that keeps you detached from the power of money and forces you to handle your finances more carefully. By giving away 10 percent of your income or more, you are practicing generosity and acknowledging that everything you have comes from God. This discipline helps you develop a heart of gratitude and trust in God's provision. Additionally, tithing/giving aligns your priorities with God's kingdom and teaches you to prioritize eternal treasures over earthly possessions. As you faithfully practice tithing, you will experience God's faithfulness and see Him work miracles in providing for your needs. These are acts of worship and obedience that contribute to a deeper relationship with God and a greater understanding of His purposes. By faithfully giving a portion of one's income to support the work of the church and to help those in need, individuals can demonstrate their trust in God's provision and participate in the mission of spreading the Gospel.
"Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. As it is written: 'They have freely scattered their gifts to the poor; their righteousness endures forever.' Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God." - 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
4 Truths About Christian Giving (J. I. Packer)
4 Reasons to Give Generously (J. I. Packer)
Why Giving 10% Is Not Enough (Greg Forster)
Money Is Not Your Master (Phillip Graham Ryken)
10 Key Bible Verses About Money (Crossway)
Why We Need a Paradigm Shift About Money (Paul David Tripp)
Learning Money Management From Jesus (Jerram Barrs)