Giving

Are We Really Supposed to Give Thanks 'In Everything?'

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?

3 Things Worth Giving Away to Love People Well

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.

How to Teach Your Kids to Tithe

The most important thing you can do is to be an example to your children. Although it takes faith to tithe, especially when money is tight, it demonstrates that God is a good God that provides for his children.

God Loves Me When I Have Nothing to Give

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.

Should Our Giving Be Done in Secret?

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.

The 7 Best Gift Ideas for Pastor Appreciation Month

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.

6 Things Christians Get Wrong about Tithing

Let us examine six misunderstandings about tithing and compare them to the teaching of Scripture.

5 Things the Bible Says about Managing Money Wisely

The Bible has many, many things to say about money. So what does it tell us about managing money wisely, so we can do well with what God has given us?

10 Ways (Other Than Tithing) to Invest in God’s Kingdom

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?

4 Ways to Resist the Rapture of Riches

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.

How Far Is Too Far When the Church Asks for Money?

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.

3 Questions to Ask When Someone Is Taking Advantage of Your Giving

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.

5 Ways God Blesses Us When We Live Generously

Based on three decades of seeing God come through for my family financially and otherwise, here are just five ways God blesses when we give to others.

28 Bible Verses about the Importance of Giving to Others

God gives generously to you, and he calls you to give to others in need as his love flows through your life. Here are 28 Bible verses about giving to others, plus 10 creative ways to give.

Is it Biblical to Tithe if Jesus Fulfilled the Law?

It is biblical to tithe, but Jesus teaches that your giving should flow out of knowing that God is your source and you are gladly choosing to honor him with your giving. When that is your attitude, that’s when the blessing of sowing and reaping happens.