Podcasts about Tithing

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Patrick Madrid and his callers dive into thought-provoking discussions on a wide range of topics, including the moral implications of supporting certain industries, such as cable TV and the lottery, and they discuss the concept of offering up suffering to God. Paul - What do you think of people who have cable? Is that allowing evil into your home? Octavio - Does God hear your prayers when you are in mortal sin? Fr. O'Reilly - The Catholic schools have many all girl's schools. Do you think that is also a bad segregation? Patrick - Latin classes in College really helped me out. Greg - It was permitted in America to substitute Psalms with anything else so long as it was sung. Edward - Regarding morality of cable. I think it is immoral and by paying for it you are supporting a bad system. Monica - Regarding Segregation: I went to an all-girls high school which was really good. I think gender segregation is based on nature whereas racial segregation is based on the behavior of the kids. Margarita - What does it mean when we say 'Offer it up'? (32:43) The Spanish government in Spain want to make it illegal to pray the Rosary in public (35:55) Claudia - Is it okay for a Catholic mom to baptize her child when her husband is atheist and not supportive? Jennifer - I was at a Church where the tabernacle was on the side of the pew. Is that okay? Paul - What is the biblical requirement for Tithing? What does the Catholic Church require?(48:42)

Today we are talking about the pleasure of participating with God in His Kingdom building. He chose to invite us to participate. We cannot just be believers in Jesus, we need to be His followers. And it means involving every aspect of our lives. Our faith is about the delight to be where Jesus is. He invites us to love – to let Him love through us! And one of the best ways to love God, is to love others in His Name. So, my invitation to you today is to pray about it as you listen to Ros and me. Have a conversation with God about where He would have you focus your prayers, your time, and yes, your money. Listen to our vision and ask yourself if and how you want to be a part of it. My pastor says the same parting words each week at the end of the service at church. He says, “life is short, and we do not have much time to gladden the hearts of those who travel with us. 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In this episode, the cohosts address how to preach about tithing so as not to come across as greedy on the one hand, and timid to address a biblical subject on the other. Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry.

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In this episode, the cohosts address how to preach about tithing so as not to come across as greedy on the one hand, and timid to address a biblical subject on the other. Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/support

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Business Garage | Thou Shalt Prosper | Tithing As A Business 2

170: Born and raised in Uruguay, Meir Shemtov moved to the US when he was 13. He started his first e-commerce business at 23, became a partner in a creative retail company, and sold it to WeWork at 25.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/170)He launched a co-living startup, exited in 2020, and launched Lot of Land, Inc. shortly after that.Meir has a rapidly growing team; he does a lot of double closings and assignment deals (10-15 contracts a month). In this conversation, we will find out how Meir's business works, how he has managed to grow such a thriving land business, and a surprising competitive edge he's been able to find with email marketing.

Join Pastor Ken Senchal in this powerful sermon, "The Principle of the First," as he delves into the biblical perspective on managing God's blessings. In this eye-opening message, Pastor Ken explores key principles based on scriptures such as Psalms 24:1, 1 Peter 4:10, and 1 Timothy 6:18 to reveal how our level of generosity and our approach to debt impact our ability to live out the principle of tithing and giving offerings. Discover the significance of putting God first in every aspect of your life, including your personal finances. Pastor Ken emphasizes the importance of having a plan to effectively manage debt and resources, drawing insights from Proverbs 22:7 and Luke 16:11. Learn how managing God-given resources determines what God can bless us with, and explore practical steps to become faithful stewards of His grace. Pastor Ken introduces the concept of tithing, not as a burdensome requirement, but as an act of faith and obedience. Uncover the biblical foundation of tithing from Malachi 3:10 and understand the profound impact it can have on your priorities, loyalties, and affections. Gain a deeper understanding of the tithe as the firstfruits, exploring scriptures like Exodus 23:19, Proverbs 3:9, and Romans 11:16. In this inspiring message, Pastor Ken also addresses common misconceptions about tithing, emphasizing that it is not a condition for salvation but a way to give God something to bless in your life. He shares personal experiences of faithful tithing and encourages viewers to prioritize God in all areas of their lives. Whether you're a first-time giver or a consistent tithe giver, Pastor Ken's message will challenge and inspire you to put God first, test Him in your finances, and experience the overflow of blessings as promised in Malachi 3:10. Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical insights and spiritual wisdom on managing your God-given resources effectively. Watch now and be transformed by the timeless principles of "The Principle of the First." If this podcast touched your life we want to hear from you! Email us at admin@youronechurch.com! 

Join us today as we discuss why Jesus is High Priest of the Order of Melchizedek, Tithing & Charitable Giving, and Eternal Security.

After our initial recording on tithing, we had a fun discussion that was originally meant to be "off-air." But, since we thought that it could be useful to our listeners, we decided to publish the conversation. We hope this is helpful to you.  Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry.

After our initial recording on tithing, we had a fun discussion that was originally meant to be "off-air." But, since we thought that it could be useful to our listeners, we decided to publish the conversation. We hope this is helpful to you. | Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/support

Tithing brings clarity to our priorities, and serving brings joy and reward.

Romans 13:6-7Keywords: Money, Tithe, Giving

At the end of his first letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses the subject of giving. At first this seems a strange place to bring it up. He moves immediately from the triumph of the resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15 to the triumph of the collection plate in 1 Corinthians 16. In today's devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef reveals the three principles Paul shares on giving.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Part 21: LISTEN NOW

On this episode of Clerical Conversations, Bishop Donald Sanborn discusses the proper way for Catholics to keep and think about the Sabbath Day. This episode is a follow up to the previous episodes about Dress on Sundays and Tithing. novusordowatch.org/ Episode: https://truerestoration.org/season-5-clerical-conversations-episode-23-the-sabbath-day/ Clerical Conversatations https://truerestoration.org/category/radio/clerical-conversations-on-the-crisis/ Subscribe: www.truerestoration.org/member-signup/ Clerical Conversations ℗ is a production of the Restoration Radio Network. Copyright 2016. All Rights are Reserved.

On today's show, a truly bizarre tithing story; how to increase influence with people who may not fully trust you; our Top 5 Thanksgiving Foods; and if the internet... would we be worse or better? Follow The Common Good on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith ConradSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Understanding the gospel of the kingdom; Distorted biblical text; "Dark ages"; Global cooling; Thriving Christians; Killing children; Listening to God; Matt 16:1; Exposing Pharisees; Tempting signs; Welfare snare; Taking care of ourselves; Adulterating the sacrifice; Seeking His kingdom and righteousness; Faith!; Leaven = cruelty; Oppression; Prophets; Simon-Peter's activity; Sons of God; God within you?; v17 The Rock; "Church"; Ekklesia = "called out"; Levites and apostles; Little flock; Free assembly; Personal relationships with God; Tithing; Sacrificial offerings; "Blessed"; Revelation from God; Where is your faith?; Examining the Greek; Who received the keys of the kingdom?; Binding and loosing; Seat of King in Jerusalem; Following the ways of Christ; Simon's authority; Wives and husbands; Access to Holy Spirit; Rebuking Christ?; Caring for parents; Feeding the herdsman; Care makes us men of God; Laying down your life; Freewill; Allowing choice of other; Unburdening neighbor; Discussing v17-19; Levites belonged to God; True faith; Apostles' learning journey; Mt 21:42; Ps 188:22; Is 28:16; Training your children; Gregory childhood story; Community around you; Helping others with their burdens; Cornerstone; 1 Pe 2:8; Importance of conversation; Blessed = happy - for receiving revelation from God; Respecters of persons; Mt 18:18 repeats binding and loosing; With no mention of Peter; His "name"; Burden of temptation; Doing unto others; "Pope" Gregory; Councils of bishops; Constantine's "church"; Q: Steven - communication; Letting Holy Spirit talk; Addiction to ideology; Profundity of silence; Q: Christian virtue; Righteousness first; Systems without solutions; Individual right to choose; Avoiding corruption; Patience in listening; Be ruled by Holy Spirit.

A new MP3 sermon from Glory Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Landmarks of Baptist Doctrine Ecclesiology - Tithing and Stewardship Part 1 Subtitle: Landmarks - Ecclesiology Speaker: Dr. Aaron B. Campbell Broadcaster: Glory Baptist Church Event: Midweek Service Date: 11/15/2023 Length: 73 min.

In this enlightening episode of the Business Women of God Podcast, we delve into the transformative power of tithing and its profound impact on your business journey. Explore with us the biblical principles of giving and discover how prioritizing God through tithing can pave the way for unexpected blessings and prosperity in your business. Join us as we uncover the secret to growing your business through faithful and intentional giving to God.

Pastor Chris Ansell of Restoration Community Church explores the biblical concept of tithing. Is tithing required for believers under the New Covenant? Passages: Genesis 14:17-20; Leviticus 27:30-33; Numbers 18:21; Deuteronomy 14:28-29; Malachi 3:8-9; Matthew 23:23; Luke 18:9-14; Matthew 19:23-24; Luke 6:20, 24; Matthew 6:24; 1 Timothy 6:10

Business Garage | Thou Shalt Prosper | Tithing As A Business

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In this episode, our cohosts demonstrate from Scripture the duty to contribute financially. Then they discuss whether or not "tithing" is a New Testament duty. Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/support

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In this episode, our cohosts demonstrate from Scripture the duty to contribute financially. Then they discuss whether or not "tithing" is a New Testament duty. Confessional, Affordable, Theological Education CBTS is a Confessional Reformed Baptist Seminary Providing Affordable Online Theological Education to Help the Church in its Calling to Train Faithful Men for the Gospel Ministry.

Blessed Life – Week 4 The Principal of the First What is up family? We are in week four of our series the blessed life based on a book with the same title written by pastor Robert Morris and this book radically changed my life! At the beginning of this series Pastor Mike made a challenge for you to not miss a week of this series because I truly believe these principles will radically transform your life, but if you miss any weeks so far you can go online and catch up because I really layout some foundational truth about our heart and the purpose behind why we do what we do in regards to these principles.   Today is probably one of the most difficult messages to speak and teach on as we are going to be tackling some meaty teachings today, but I believe it is probably the most important message out of the series as we are going to be talking about   The Principal of the Firsts If God is 1st in your life, then everything comes into order. Now I'm not saying that you won't go through trials or tough times because even Jesus said we're going to go through trials; what I'm saying is despite the trials we go through, we have the proper alignment in life. If we routinely seek Him first and make God 1st, He will reveal solutions to our problems and struggles through the light of His presence and the power of His voice. His peace guards our hearts against chaotic thoughts and emotions. Wouldn't you rather go through life with your life in order instead of out of order? This principle of the 1st is a theme throughout the entire Bible because it is laying out the placement of God in our lives. Watch what it says in Exodus: Then the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, “Consecrate to Me all the firstborn, whatever opens the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and beast; it is Mine.” Exodus 13:1-2 NKJV Consecrate means to set apart! Notice he says it is mine. These are very strong words God using in the original text very powerful statement where he's making a claim and leaving a very clear description to the people of Israel of what is of importance to him. The first. “Every firstborn that comes from an animal which you have; the males shall be the Lord's. But every firstborn of a donkey you shall redeem with a lamb; and if you will not redeem it, then you shall break its neck. And all the firstborn of man among your sons you shall redeem. Exodus 13:12-13 NKJV Notice it says that every donkey you must break its neck if you don't redeem it which means you will lose it anyway. Think about that with your tithe and finances: if you don't redeem them they would become lost Now to understand this principle of 1st there are several things we need to grasp about this principle. 1. THE FIRSTBORN MUST BE SACRIFICED OR REDEEMED Now the question comes up how do you know which to do. How do you know if you're supposed to sacrifice it or redeem it? If it's clean it is to be sacrificed and if it's unclean he needs to be redeemed and what exodus says here is that it is redeemed with a clean animal. So to redeem the unclean donkey you needed a clean lamb to redeem it. Now how does that apply today because that seems like some ancient stuff that we can't always comprehend in 2023? Think about it this way: how are you born do you think you were born clean or unclean? For I was born a sinner—yes, from the moment my mother conceived me. Psalms 51:5 Romans says because of the sin of Adam that sin has spread to everyone. So we are born into sin with a sinful nature. However, Jesus was born into this world clean. The Bible says he was pure and never sinned and he was sacrificed so that we could be redeemed and clean. Now, why am I saying this? JESUS IS GOD'S TITHE God gave his 1st born son 1st watch what Roman says, But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. Romans 5:8 Did you see that? God sent his son as a sacrifice before we got our act together. While we were still in sin he sent his tithe. He sent Jesus while we were still mocking him, beating him, spitting on him, and nailing him to a cross. While we were still consumed with the sin he hoped and desired that we would receive the free gift of Jesus' sacrifice and receive the forgiveness that would redeem our unclean sin. I'm glad he didn't wait for me to get my act together to redeem me. So he gave his son in faith! We tithe 10% in faith… We put God 1st in trust! The first fruit means that the tithe comes 1st and for that to happen we need faith! God says give me the first lamb, the firstborn I want the 1st. Don't wait till you have 10 lambs and then hand over the scrawny one that you don't really want. No, give me the first before you even have 9 more that follows because that takes faith. Many people think that the tithe the 10% is what causes the blessing but that's not the truth it's Your faith and obedience cause the blessing Now I really want you to see this principle in the eyes of faith. Think back all the way to the book of Joshua the people of Israel 40 years before were delivered from the powerful Egyptian army out of slavery and the people still did not have faith to trust God to be their provider and sustainer. When he brought them to the promised land their response was we cannot defeat the nations that live in this land and they were filled with doubt, not faith. So for 40 years, the people of Israel wandered in the desert until all the doubters became old and died away. Now Joshua is in command and the people of Israel are ready to inherit the promised land that was theirs from the beginning. And they're stepping into their first battle to take down the mighty city of Jericho and watch what God instructs the people of Israel to do. Jericho and everything in it must be completely destroyed as an offering to the Lord. Only Rahab the prostitute and the others in her house will be spared, for she protected our spies. “Do not take any of the things set apart for destruction, or you yourselves will be completely destroyed, and you will bring trouble on the camp of Israel. Everything made from silver, gold, bronze, or iron is sacred to the Lord and must be brought into his treasury.” Joshua 6:17-19 Now the logical thinking would be that after you win your first battle you would take the spoils of war to fund the mission of conquering the rest of the land. But God said everything from the first battle would be given to him as an offering. Why? Because it was the first city conquered in the promised land and that would make it the first fruit. He didn't say conquered 10 cities and give me the spoils from the 10th one he says give me the 1st and you can have the rest and that's going to take faith and of course, tithing takes faith to give the 1st. 2. FIRSTFRUITS MUST BE OFFERED Honor the Lord with your possessions, And with the firstfruits of all your increase Proverbs 3:9 NKJV All your increase which means bonuses and all the God brings into your home. Honor God with it. Now I want you to notice something this isn't the law in proverbs where God is kind of writing out the guidebook for the people of Israel. This is actually hundreds of years after the law was written we're Solomon is reinforcing that this is a principle, not just a rule. The first of the firstfruits of your land you shall bring into the house of the Lord your God. Exodus 23:19 NKJV Notice God says to bring the firstfruits not give first fruit Why is that? Because: You can't give what's not yours And we've already associated that the tithe is set apart for God so it is already his that's why we just bring it to the House of the Lord. So, you can either bring it or you steal it as we talked about 2 weeks ago in Malachi chapter 3. Now, remember when we talked about how in the book of Joshua God commanded the people of Israel to take all the spoils they received from the battle of Jericho and offer 1it to God as an offering because it was the first fruits and that was their tithe? Well not everybody has faith and there was a dude Achan just didn't want to trust God and took matters into his own hands. But Israel violated the instructions about the things set apart for the Lord. A man named Achan had stolen some of these dedicated things, so the Lord was very angry with the Israelites. Joshua 7:1-2 So Achan takes some the first fruit offering and keeps it for himself. Took what was set apart for himself and God becomes angry and now their mission which was redeemed is now cursed and the people of Israel go to battle and when they just came out and a victory that was amazing and miraculous they get beat handily by the men of Ai.    And Joshua goes and he's weeping on his face before God and God goes dude get up why you laying on your face like that because there's only one logical explanation as to why you were defeated you didn't obey the covenant and my commands by giving me the 1st. People stole from me and my blessings could not be there because there was sin in its place. And God says until you deal with this you'll never defeat your enemies until you get those things that were set apart and give him to me you won't have victory and so Joshua dealt with it and God blessed their mission. Listen to me: when we don't tithe we are not setting apart what God called to be holy and we're not seeing our finances be redeemed but now we are cursing them. Why would you want curses in your bank account because the Lord knows you already got enough problems in that bank account already. Wouldn't you want it blessed? Heres what I know: IT TAKES FAITH TO TITHE AND IT TAKES FAITH TO BELIEVE THAT 90% BLESSED IS FAR BETTER THAN 100% CURSED. Listen to what it says in Genesis 4: And in the process of time it came to pass that Cain brought an offering of the fruit of the ground to the Lord. Genesis 4:3 NKJV I want you to notice this it says in the process of time Cain brought an offering. It didn't say he brought the first fruit it just says an offering over the course of time. Abel also brought of the firstborn of his flock and of their fat. And the Lord respected Abel and his offering, but He did not respect Cain and his offering. Genesis 4:4-5 NKJV The Lord respected and accepted Abel's offering but did not accept Cain's offering and it's not that God wouldn't accept it that he couldn't accept it because God has to be 1st and can never be 2nd. God is above all and he is 1st and just because you don't make him 1st Doesn't change who he is and that means he could never be second. He is God! Tithing represents who is 1st in your life. You can tell me all day long who's 1st in your life but your lifestyle and your choices are the real answer. The first belongs to God we can give God the first of our time. We can give him the first of our finances. What the tithe is really is giving our first to God. It is saying, God, I'm gonna give you the 1st and trust you redeem the rest. So when we understand the principle of tithing we can look at our bank accounts and say God you come first And I trust now when I tithe 1st you're going to redeem the rest and provide for me. You can also say God I understand the principle a first because you come first in my schedule I give you the first portion of my week by attending church and believe you will redeem the rest of my week because I will honor you and model to my family God comes 1st. Sadly some people view Monday as the beginning of the week other people think Friday is when their week begins because they think I'm going to party and have a good time but very few people view attending church as the tithe of their time by giving God the first of their week as they worship God and they serve in the body to see people that are far from Jesus have a welcoming loving experience in our church community. Even in business, this is why chick fila, hobby lobby and others, are BLESSED and still at the top of the lists for revenues minus 1 day of the week against their competition…bc they give the first part of their week. Number 3: 3. THE TITHE MUST BE FIRST One-tenth of the produce of the land, whether grain from the fields or fruit from the trees, belongs to the Lord and must be set apart to him as holy. Leviticus 27:30 OK now let me use a little illustration here say I hire a contractor to remodel my kitchen and the contractor gives me a bid and says this is how much it's going to cost for materials, this is how much is going to cost to pay my workers, and this is the profit I'm going to make which will just say is $1000. Now the contractor doesn't tithe on the material cost or on what he pays his workers he tithes on his profit which is his increase.  So let's say I give him 10 $100 bills for his $1000 profit. What's his tithe? $100. Now, which of the $100 bills is his tithe? Now what we do is we set some aside for a mortgage, set some aside for our car payment, set some aside for our utilities, set some aside for our food, and then we set some aside for our tithe.  However, when we do that our tithe is not our first fruit which means Gods not first because our mortgage is getting our first fruit. For if the firstfruit is holy, the lump is also holy; and if the root is holy, so are the branches. Romans 11:16 NKJV I want you to see this is we made the first fruit holy it redeems the rest and makes the rest holy. In the root is only all the branches and its fruit becomes holy. If the tithe is 1st and God is 1st then the rest is holy. So your tithe is the first that leaves your hand.  Because if we're honest and we don't make the first fruit the first fruit which causes the rest to be holy what happens is we send some aside for a mortgage, we set some aside for our car payment, we set some aside for our utilities, we set some aside for our food, and oops we don't have quite enough to set aside for our tithe and God cannot accept and redeem that because he was not first. Remember in Malachai when God said you are robbing me.  He also says you are not bringing me your first or your best offering when you do bring offerings and it is so dishonoring I wish you wouldn't bring me any offering at all! God has to be 1st in our life and we have to trust that he has our best interests at heart. That's faith!  Now how does this work for me? I get paid every other Friday and my check is direct deposited so it just magically appears in my bank account and So what I've done is I set up recurring giving that the very first thing that comes out of my bank account on payday is my tithes and offerings. Now some people write checks and when they get paid the very first thing they do is write a tithe check or some people physically go online on their payday and give their tithe. But what they're doing and what I'm trying to do is to always make the first fruit the first fruit because I always want God to be 1st. Now what if you get paid and go to pay your tithe and maybe you write a check or pay online on your payday but you get so busy one day that you get home that night and you're like I forgot to write my tithe check where I forgot to pay my tithe online and you jump online to pay your tithe and you realize your wife bought groceries already and you're like great my check already cursed for this pay period. No! That's not the way it works because God is not legalistic. Tithing isn't about following rules it's about your heart and your intentions 2nd corinthians 9 says: “Let giving flow from your heart, not from a sense of religious duty…” 2 Corinthians 9:7 TPT We do it just because we want God to be 1st in our lives and he knows your heart. {PERSONAL STORY} – MY FIRST YEAR TITHING – BLESSED AND REDEEMED FINANCES That's why I tell you only you can keep yourself accountable to this and as one of your pastors I will teach you the truth but I'll not be looking at your paycheck and your donation and see if you're giving 10% that's between you and God. it's also why I say if you don't feel called to Bloom go to a church that you feel called to be a part of an apply these principles too because I care more about you being blessed and I don't want you to walk in the curse any longer. God has great things in store for you but he has to be 1st in your life. And in the future, your children will ask you, ‘What does all this mean?' Then you will tell them, ‘With the power of his mighty hand, the Lord brought us out of Egypt, the place of our slavery. Pharaoh stubbornly refused to let us go, so the Lord killed all the firstborn males throughout the land of Egypt, both people and animals. That is why I now sacrifice all the firstborn males to the Lord… Exodus 13:14-15 One day your children will come and ask you why do you sacrifice the first fruits to the Lord and you'll tell him we weren't always blessed like we are now. We didn't use to be farmers or ranchers we used to be slaves, but God redeemed us and out of a grateful heart we remember that and we understand that we never want to walk in this life without God being 1st. Because I don't want to take one step without God's direction. because only a surrendered disciple can walk in the thriving will of God. That is still true for us today thousands of years later parents we model to our children what redemption and surrender looks like and if God is not first in your life and he is 2nd and 3rd in your life he will be 4th 5th and 6th in your children's lives. We explain to them the redemption we explain to them the goodness of God and we show them what freedom looks like and we explain why God is 1st in our lives. So the question I want to end with is God really first in your life?

This week Rev. Dr. Iosmar Alvarez continues our Stewardship Campaign sermon series “Kingdom Wealth and Stewardship”. Throughout history, tithing has held a profound significance. We learned last week about tithing in response to God's victory and his faithfulness (500 years before the law) with Abraham, and in response to a promise/God's vision in the House of God with Jacob represents a historic appreciation for God's provision and blessings. We also discussed tithing under the law commanded by Moses. Tithing has been an integral part of the worship and obedience to God. Emphasizing the provision of the Levites, the maintenance of the Tabernacle, and support for pilgrimages and feasts.

There are a few things that we can do as disciples to experience a "spiritual speed burst" in our maturing in Christ.  One of those things is freedom in our finances.  Join us as Pastor Josh unpacks what living generously can look like. 

In this episode, Todd, Alia, Rivka and Burke discuss the talk, "Tithing: Opening the Windows of Heaven" by Elder Neal L. Andersen from the October 2023 General Conference.

The tithes and offerings systems serve as a regular reminder of what it means to be a Christian.

Keeping a ___________________ journal for 5 minutes a day has the same effect as ___________________ your income. Ecclesiastes 5:10 Those who love money will never have enough. How meaningless to think that wealth brings true happiness! It's not natural to be ____________________ because we were born _____________________. Attitudes toward Generosity in the Good Samaritan: Robbers. What's yours is mine and I'm going to __________ it. Proverbs 28:22 Greedy people try to get rich quick but don't realize they're headed for poverty. Religious. What's mine is mine and I'm gonna __________ it. Philippians 2:3-4 Don't be selfish; don't try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. 4 Don't look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too. Generous. What's mine is yours and I'm going to __________ it. Greatest gift a person can have is being able to __________________ someone else. Three Levels of Generosity: - ______________ Generosity. I will give what I can ____________. - ______________ Generosity. I will give what I ______________. Malachi 3:10-11 Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,” says the Lord of Heaven's Armies, “I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won't have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test! 11 Your crops will be abundant, for I will guard them from insects and disease. Your grapes will not fall from the vine before they are ripe,” says the Lord of Heaven's Armies. Tithing is not about ___________________ God it's about __________________ Him as first in our life. - ______________ Generosity. I will give until it ______________. 2 Corinthians 8:3-5 For I can testify that they gave not only what they could afford, but far more. And they did it of their own free will. 4 They begged us again and again for the privilege of sharing in the gift for the believers in Jerusalem. Instead of trying to increase our standard of ______________ we should be trying to increase our standard of ______________. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 7 You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don't give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” 8 And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others. In order to live a _________ life you must live a _____________ life.

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Just like extreme sports enthusiasts can't resist the thrill of their adventures, our faith journey into extreme generosity offers a unique kick that can't be matched. Through an in-depth study of Scripture, we uncover the profound effects of extreme giving on our lives and the heart of God. From the heart-moving story of the widow's mite to the inspiring examples of generous individuals throughout history, we learn that it's not about the amount, but the heart behind the giving. God moves in remarkable ways when we go beyond the ordinary and embrace an extreme level of generosity. Join us on this extraordinary journey as we explore the principles and theological truths that form the foundation of extreme generosity in the context of our spiritual family. Be inspired to dream big, trust God, and watch Him provide resources beyond your expectations.

Jesus & Tithing by Lifehouse

In this episode of Clerical Conversations, Bishop Donald Sanborn discusses the importance of tithing and how we need to look at tithing our time and money in the modern construct. He also discusses what part secular charities should have in our lives. He finally spends some time discussing the most controversial presidential candidate in perhaps three generations in Mr. Donald Trump. Original Air Date: May 19, 2016 Show Run Time: 46 minutes Show Guest(s): Bishop Donald Sanborn Show Host(s): Stephen Heiner novusordowatch.org https://truerestoration.org/season-5-clerical-conversations-episode-21-tithing-charities-and-trump/

Shocking new filing in the Tim Ballard case alleges that Mormon apostle M. Russell Ballard gives wealthy tithing donor info to Tim Ballard and OUR to help them fundraise, that Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes intimidated possible witnesses, and that Glenn Beck was collaborating with apostle Neil L. Andersen, Tim Ballard, and Sean Reyes to do damage control with the Tim Ballard harassment allegations debacle. Amended Complaint Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117  Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

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13-Tithing: Opening the Windows of Heaven

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/26/23), Hank answers the following questions:When God says “Let us make man in our image” in Genesis chapter 1, is this a reference to the Trinity? (0:45)What are your thoughts on Pope Francis' statement that dogs will go to heaven? If this is true, what types of animals will be in heaven? (2:53)Is it a sin to not tithe? (6:44)How do we know God's will for our lives? (15:14)How is it that Jesus did not know the time of His return? (20:15)Was Dorcas in the presence of the Lord prior to Peter raising her from the dead? Why would Christ allow her to come back when our ultimate goal is heaven? (23:49)