Podcasts about Tithing

If you thought the church was safe from the cult of capitalism + culture of consumerism?Well, I hate to inform you, they're both victims + perpetrators of it.For example: Blessings in the form of financial gains/cars/houses/jobs. Tithing as a way to get closer to God. The church's exploitation of tax exemptions. Wealth disparities in the church. Grifters selling snake oil as a way to "heal". Targeting vulnerable communities + promising salvation for a price. A history of scandals being covered up which take them from isolated incidents to systemic issues.Listen to NPR talk about this: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1013430166Watch John Oliver talk about it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7y1xJAVZxXgRead about Prosperity Theology: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prosperity_theology#:~:text=Prosperity%20theology%20(sometimes%20referred%20to,grace%20or%20favor%20and%20blessings.Resources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT JULIE (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Boylen is a veteran NBA coach with over 30 years of experience. He's a three-time NBA champion as an assistant coach, former head coach of the Chicago Bulls, and the University of Utah. He is currently an assistant  coach for the Indiana Pacers.   00:01:19 Golf Game Check 00:02:05 Early Hinge Moment 00:07:46 Graduate Assistant Memories 00:12:43 Decision to Join NBA 00:13:16 Video Expertise and Mental Toughness 00:26:46 Drexler Trade 00:30:58 Learning Mental Toughness from Coach Mus 00:34:41 Leadership and Coaching Philosophy 00:41:03 Faith in Life's Toughest Challenges 00:41:21 Mental Toughness: Leading USA Basketball Through Pressure 00:49:19 Dr. Bell on Lifelong Mentorship and Relationships 00:50:44 Hinge Moment: Pacers' Teamwork and Character Philosophy 00:52:34 Mental Toughness: Drew Nemhard's Grit and Leadership 00:57:43 Faith, Tithing, and Life Lessons 00:59:44 Hinge Moment: Family and Priorities in Coaching Life Don't forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram! Follow At: X @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

In this revealing message, Ps. Samuel shares how God is preparing a new wineskin for new wine (Mark 2:22), calling us to be ready for a fresh outpouring in our city. One of the greatest threats to this move of God is the cultural attack on generosity and biblical stewardship, where lies about giving and tithing are keeping believers from the blessing God intends. This is not about money—it's about preparing our hearts and lives for God's presence, so that heaven can be poured out over our families, our church, and our city.

Sunday School Teaching: The Anointing vs The Calling Sunday Teacher: Apostle SoonHe Young Sunday Message: Tithing / Giving Sunday School Teacher: Apostle Stan Johnson

Sunday School Teaching: The Anointing vs The Calling Sunday Teacher: Apostle SoonHe Young Sunday Message: Tithing / Giving Sunday School Teacher: Apostle Stan Johnson

Today, we examine the giving nature of God. We also examine how God teaches us to give. We look at three things that God does to teach us how to give and how the Lord will Test us, teach us to Trust Him and how HE touches us which changes our perspective and how we go about giving.

In this Legacy message, Pastor Hazen Stevens challenges us to rethink wealth through a kingdom lens. Using Matthew 6:33 and vivid contrasts between earthly and eternal value, we're reminded that everything we have belongs to God—and that generosity is a declaration of trust. From budgeting to eternal investment, this message offers practical and spiritual guidance for stewarding what we've been given.Key Scriptures: Matthew 6:33, Malachi 3:10, Proverbs 3:9–10, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Haggai 1:6–8Main Points:1. Stewarding begins with budgeting and honoring God first2. Earthly wealth fades, but kingdom investments last forever3. You can't outgive God—obedience multiplies in this life and the next4. Tithing isn't just giving—it's saying, “All of it is Yours”➤ For sermon notes and more, visit presencecenteredlife.com#LegacySeries #StewardingResources #PresenceCenteredLife #KingdomWealth #TithingFaith #BudgetWithPurpose #AllOfItIsYours #FaithAndFinance #ChristianPodcast #GateCityBuckhead #SundaySermon

Comments? Questions? Send us a message!Joyful generosity. It's a biblical concept.2 Corinthians 9:7 So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. Is it possible to outgive God?Is it possible for a congregation to be led in such a way that the body of believers will love, love, love giving to God, giving to others, and investing in His kingdom. Find out some suggestions that might help you, the pastor, accomplish that with your fellowship.For Poimen Ministries, its staff, ministries, and focus, go to poimenministries.com. To contact Poimen Ministries, email us at strongerpastors@gmail.com. May the Lord revive His work in the midst of these years!

In this week's Mormon News Roundup (Episode 175), we break down the biggest headlines in Mormonism and beyond:

Episode Notes New Live Q&A's! Tonight we explore questions sent in by listeners: Are believers obligated to submit to an authority, and what if there is disagreement? Is tithing, for today? And if so, why and what does that look like? Are we in the New Covenant, or not? What are we to do with the denominational divisions that exist in the Body of Christ today? Are Christians that don't keep certain laws part of the Body of Christ? These and more tonight at 7PM EST. Support Rise on Fire Ministries by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/rise-on-fire

I am often asked by catechumens questions of basic liturgical etiquette, such as how to enter the church, how to venerate an icon, and when to make the sign of the cross. I am always happy to explain and (if in church) to demonstrate, since these are things that Orthodox people should know and do instinctively. They are part of forming an Orthodox mind and approach to life and worship. But there is a danger in answering such questions without first placing them in a wider context, because answering them without context might give the erroneous impression that Orthodoxy is all about rules.

In this sermon, Pastor Devin discusses the biblical principle of stewardship, emphasizing that we are managers, not owners, of what God has given us. He traces the concept of tithing from Abraham (400 years before the Law) through the Old Testament, showing it was a covenant relationship with God rather than just a legal obligation. The pastor clarifies that tithing isn't about God needing our money but about our heart posture and obedience. He addresses common misconceptions about tithing being only an Old Testament concept by showing Jesus' affirmation of it and its practice in the early church.Everything we have belongs to God; we are managers, not owners of our resources.Tithing was established as a principle of faith and trust in God before it became law, showing it's about relationship, not just obligation.Our attitude toward money reveals our heart posture toward God and our level of trust in His provision.Stewardship isn't just about an amount—it's about allegiance and obedience to God.God promises to meet our needs when we faithfully steward what He has given us.Support the show

In this message from our Beyond Me series, we look at 2 Corinthians 9 and discover the balance between seed and bread. God gives us seed to sow and bread to eat—wisdom is knowing the difference, and faith is doing the right thing with both. Tithing protects what we have, seed multiplies what we give, and bread provides for our needs. The call is simple: don't eat all your seed and don't hoard all your bread. Live wisely, give faithfully, and let your generosity leave an eternal impact.Did you receive Jesus today? Click the link below for a few tools to help you grow. :https://experiencechurchtv.churchcenter.com/people/forms/269183Subscribe to the latest sermons. :https://bit.ly/3bCFUEW To support the ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here. : https://donate.overflow.co/experiencechurch“We are here to connect you to Christ, equip you for success, and empower you for ministry."Stay Connected With Us!Social Medias:Website : https://www.experiencechurch.tv/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/exptvchurch  Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/experiencechurchtv  

The Premier episode of the new moderate/liberal show called Mark Bland's The Left Hook! On this first episode of the show, funny man and actor Jonathan May stops through to talk some politics and life.  First up Trump is having tons of meetings with world leaders and none seem to come off well. Putin tells Trump they can meet in Alaska where the world finds out that Trump is a super Putin fan and Putin couldn't care any less about the USA and Trump. After the failed meeting Trump walked away with no concessions and no hope.  Then he trounced to Washington DC to meet with world leaders and Zalensky regarding the Ukraine war. Trump had nothing to offer and made a laughing stock of his own meetings. All in all the USA walked away from this with less than they started with. And now Putin knows that Trump is his puppet.  All this and more on the first episode of The Left hook. 

IntroMy name is Travis Aicklen, and we're concluding our "Summer of Wisdom" series on Proverbs next week. Today, I'm delivering our annual "State of the Union" address. This is not a typical sermon, but an important one as we set the course for the new year. I want to talk about three things: the realities of being a sending church, our Sunday rhythms, and our readiness and responsiveness as a community.Scripture ReferencesJohn 2:1-11, John 20:21, Acts 1:8Key PointsRealities of a Sending Church:We were planted in 2005 with a vision to be a constellation of churches. We know church planting is a highly effective way to reach the unchurched; research shows 40% of church plant attendees were unchurched.This vision is a mix of gratitude for what God has done and a desire to heal from past pain.Planting churches is difficult. It means sending our best people and resources, but it's a huge win for the kingdom. We celebrate the 53 people and $100,000/year that have moved to Radiant Exeter. This requires new pillars to emerge, as the burden shifts.God is a sending God. He sent the Son, who sent the Spirit, who now sends us (John 20:21). The church's nature is to be generous and to give, just as our God is generous and gave dearly.Rhythms of Our Year:Bible Teaching: This fall, we'll begin a study of the book of Exodus. It's foundational to understanding the rest of the Bible, including Jesus's ministry and our own story of redemption.Worship: Kids (K-6th grade) will continue to join us for worship for the first few songs. This models worship and gives them a sense of belonging.Service Length: Our service will be 90 minutes. We're shortening announcements to allow for more time to respond in worship and at the communion table.Readiness and Responsiveness:The church is not an audience, but an orchestra. Your presence and participation are essential.We're asking for consistency. The average churchgoer misses 75% of what happens. Make attending the rule, not the exception.We're asking for punctuality. Being on time communicates that what we do here matters. It honors the people who serve and the Lord we've come to worship.The servants who helped Jesus turn water into wine were the only ones who saw the miracle; the guests only got the wine. Those who serve get a special glimpse into what Jesus is doing.God wants us to overcome our fear and risk of commitment and participate in His work.ConclusionWhen we wonder why we do this—sending our friends and money, taking on new burdens—we must remember our God is a sending God. He sends us, as He was sent by the Father. He gives generously, and so do we.Calls to ActionServe: Consider joining a ministry team and becoming part of the "orchestra."Commit: If you're connected, commit to consistent attendance and punctuality.Communion: The table is open for all who believe Jesus died for their sins. Come and remember what He has done, and how He is raising up an army from dry bones in our valley. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

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Send us a textMany pastors teach the tithing lie that tithing is of faith. This episode will biblically prove the otherwise.

Topics: Why Church Attendance Is Declining, The Top-Down Hierarchy System, The Give-to-Get System and Church Lotto, Rude and Hateful Church People, Mixing Politics with the Gospel, The Antiquated Pew and Pulpit System, Double Talk Teaching in Church, The Dangers of Covenant Mixture Theology, Everyone Is not Included Equally, The Pressure and Guilt to Go to Church, The Message is not about The New Creation, The Message is not about Jesus, The Church Has forgotten Its First Love, Jesus Said Call NEpisonsither, Jesus said it will not be like this among you, What the Bible Says About Our Gatherings, Tithing is a Give-to-Get System, It is Easier for a Camel to Go Through a Needle, Sin Will not Longer be Your Master Romans 6:14, It is the Goodness of God which Leads People to Repentance, Deny Yourself is Out of Context, Paul said He is Chief of Sinners is Out of Context, You are a New Creation, You are Holy According to Colossians 1:22, Jesus Said He had not Come to Abolish the Law, The Old Covenant has been Abolished, The New Testament is about Everyday Life, Everyone is a Vital Member of the Body of Christ, The Church Has lost Its Influence, Jesus is the Head of the ChurchSupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

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Money can stir a host of emotions—gratitude, stress, hope, and guilt. In our daily prayer and devotional, Christine F. Perry shares a personal story of navigating unexpected expenses and the conviction she felt when she paid bills before giving her tithe. Her honesty invites us to reflect on our financial habits and where our hearts truly lie when it comes to money. Scripture is clear that our resources belong to God, and He calls us to steward them with wisdom and faithfulness. Tithing is more than a rule—it’s a spiritual act of surrender and trust. When we give God our “first fruits,” we acknowledge His provision and sovereignty over all areas of our lives. Today's Verses for Meditation: Psalm 24:1 (NKJV) – “The earth is the Lord's, and all its fullness, The world and those who dwell therein.”Deuteronomy 8:18 (NKJV) – “And you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth…”

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Most Christians know about tithing—but what if God is calling you to more? In this message, guest speaker Jesse Newman challenges the idea that 10% is the finish line, showing from Scripture that it's only the starting point for a generous, God-honoring life. From budgeting with purpose to leaving a legacy, this teaching will push you to align every part of your finances with God's plan.If you've ever wondered why your faith feels stuck, this is your wake-up call.SUBCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@2911Church?sub_confirmation=1FOLLOW: https://www.instagram.com/2911church/?hl=enLISTEN: https://pod.link/1456498714LEARN MORE: https://www.2911church.com/SUPPORT: https://2911church.churchcenter.com/givingJoin us live every week from 2911 Church in Tempe, AZ as we worship together, hear powerful teaching, and grow in faith as a community. Whether you're local or tuning in from afar, there's a place for you here. Come as you are and experience hope, connection, and purpose. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss a service!00:00 Intro & Welcome  00:43 God's Plans Are Always Better  02:19 Aligning Every Area with God  06:15 You Wish We Only Wanted Your Tithe  15:16 Stop Going Back for Your Gleanings  18:49 Help the Poor—Start in the Church  29:05 It's Not Too Late to Leave a Legacy  39:37 Stop Giving God the Scraps  42:01 How to Budget God's Way  45:09 Final Encouragement & Prayer  

Introduction: 3 Self-Serving Reasons to Give to God (Matthew 6:19–24): So I Have TREASURE FOREVER . (Matt 6:19–21) So I Am ABLE to SEE . (Matt 6:22–23) So I Serve the RIGHT MASTER . (Matt 6:24) 1 Timothy 6:10 – For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. Sermon Notes (PDF): BLANKHint: Highlight blanks above for answers! Small Group DiscussionRead Matthew 6:19-24What was your big take-away from this passage / message?Re-read Matt 6:22-23. Explain this in your own words. What does this have to do with money, and how does generosity affect spiritual perception?Is it wrong to be motivated by self-serving reasons to give to God? Why or why not?BreakoutPray for one another. AUDIO TRANSCRIPT Open up your Bibles with me please to Matthew chapter 6.Some time ago, I was at the funeral home for a visitation.And as I was leaving, there was a woman standing kind of in the lobby by the exit door.And she asked what my connection was to the deceased.And I said, "Well, I'm a pastor and I've known the family for quite a while."And she says, "Oh, you're a pastor."She said, "What do you think about what Joel Osteen makes?"You know, that's not really the time or the place to engage in a heated debate.I said, "What Joel Osteen makes is really none of my business."She goes, "Well, of course it is."I said, "Why?"I said, "What he makes and what he does with his money, it's not my business."And she goes, "Well, it absolutely is."And I said, "Well, man, with all due respect, if you don't appreciate his ministry, then don't give him money."But I walked out of there just sort of confused again as to why we are so concerned with what other people do with their money.When biblically, who should I be concerned about?Point to the person that you should be concerned about, right here.Right?And we're going through the Sermon on the Mount.In the last section we looked at Jesus, talked about giving and praying and fasting.And those are all the elements of our private spiritual life.But you know, you've got to deal with the world sometime, right?You've got to get out there.And this next section of the Sermon on the Mount is about that.How do we deal with the world?What is the heart towards the world?And today we're going to talk about money.And oh, I think we knew it had to come up in the Sermon on the Mount eventually.Like, well, if it's such a big deal, why didn't it come up sooner?Because Jesus has been going after our hearts, and when your heart is right, and only whenyour heart is right, will your view and use of money also be right.Look at, I just want to start, look at verse 20, just the first part here.This is absolutely astounding.Jesus says, "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven."Just stop there for a second.That is absolutely astounding what He said.Right there, two things.Two things just blow me away about even that little part of the verse.It just blows me away.The first thing that blows me away is the fact that I can even put treasure in heaven.It's astounding that I have the ability to put stuff in heaven.But I got to tell you this past week, there's another little phrase in there that reallyjumped out at me.And it was the phrase, "For yourselves."So this treasure in heaven, who's it for?It's for me.This is going to benefit me.And you might be shocked to find out this morning that when you look in this sectionabout what Jesus says about money, there is a self-serving motive.Actually there are three self-serving motives at play.You know, we talked about money last fall.We had a whole series.What was that, Pastor in October?It was called "Right on the Money."Within that series, we talked about how to lay up treasure in heaven.Quick review, we said you got to give to God intentionally, willingly, and cheerfully.That's what the Bible says.That's how you lay up treasure in heaven.But here in this passage we're looking at today, Jesus doesn't talk about how.Okay, clearly here you're going to see that Jesus talks about why we should lay up treasurein heaven.And the why is for us.You know, after that sermon series last fall, oh, I preached my little heart out.What does God say about giving?Do you know what happened after that series?Giving went down in the church.I don't get it.I don't understand how we can see clear teaching from God's Word about money and we just thumbour nose at God and say, "Pshh, I'll show you, I'll give less."I don't understand that.You know, my wife, Erin, has a friend out of state that works in finance in her church.And she was sharing with Erin that every time my pastor preaches about tithing, giving goesdown.I don't get it.I just don't understand it.I just don't understand.You know, God says, "Everything is mine.I'm going to give some to you because I love you and as an act of love and worship, I wantyou to give back to me.And if you do, I will give you even more."And we listen to that and we go, "Nah."That's not for me.Well, I want to encourage you and the Lord to really change your mind about that becausehere in this passage, Jesus gives us why.And if you believe, you will be the beneficiary of giving.All right?So on your outline, I want you to write some things down.Here's three self-serving reasons to give to God.Very clear in the passage, self-serving reasons to give to God.Number one, write this down, "So I have treasure forever."So I have treasure forever.Look at the first part of 19, again, first part of 20.And Jesus says, "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth."But, verse 20, "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven."Do you see there's a two-fold command there, right?Not hard.It's negative and it's positive.And then Jesus goes on to give the reason behind each of these commands.So let's take a look at them first.We have a negative.All right?Look at verse 19, the negative."Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth where moth and rust destroy and wherethieves break in and steal."Like what's treasure on earth?You know what treasure on earth is, right?Money, houses, cars, stuff, all of the above.Jesus is just simply saying, "Do not live your life accumulating for here."Like, why not?Jesus says, "How about common sense?"Because you know it all goes away eventually.It all goes away.Notice Jesus talks about moth and rust and thieves.Those weren't three arbitrary things our Lord just pulled out of the air.The reason He said those three things is because in those days you measured wealth by threethings.You measured wealth, first of all, by how many clothes you had.I know that sounds strange to us, but go to some other parts of the world.They measured wealth by how many clothes they had.They also measured wealth by how much food they had stored.Again, that's kind of lost on us in our culture, but in that culture, especially in that day,you were extremely wealthy if you had food in storage.And obviously, wealth was measured by gold, right?So now we understand maybe a little more why Jesus selects those three images, right?Moths.Moths speaks to clothes.You know something interesting about moths?Them dusty little butterflies.They only eat what's stored.Did you notice that?Moths typically don't eat what you're wearing.They eat what's stored.Oh, and it's kind of the same thing with food, right?When Jesus says rust, that's not a great translation of the word.The word literally in the Greek means eating.What happens to stored food over time?The varmints find it, don't they?The mice, the bugs, they find their way to it when you store it.And then obviously thieves, gold breaking into houses.In those days, people often bury their treasure in the ground.It was nothing for a thief to watch to see where somebody buried something and then goback later and dig it up, right?So despite mothballs, mousetraps, motion lights, Jesus here is saying very simply the stuffthat you stockpile can and will be gone in a second, right?It's like a flower.If I pick you a beautiful flower, it's beautiful when I pick it.But you realize over time, a very short amount of time, that flower is going to wither awayand turn to dust.And here Jesus is saying, oh, that's everything on earth that you try to hold onto.Now look, it's not sinful to have stuff.If we've learned anything from the Sermon on the Mount, what we've learned is it'sall about the motive of your heart.And if your motive is to accumulate for yourself, you're greedy and you're foolish.That is what your story will lose eventually.Unless you store it in heaven, because look at verse 20, Jesus says, "But lay up for yourselvestreasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not breakin and steal."Like well what is treasure in heaven?We talked about this in our series last fall.I'm going to give you a quick review.Here's what we said, still true.What is treasure in heaven?I don't think God's Word is very specific on what that is, because I think it's somethingthat we wouldn't understand fully.But there's a lot that we know about it.We do know that it's eternal, and it's better than stuff on earth.We know that.We do know that believers will have treasure based on what we've done with our resourceshere on the earth.Now to be clear, Pastor Taylor talked about this.Salvation is entirely based on the work of Jesus Christ.Let's be clear about that.Jesus Christ through His death and His resurrection provided salvation to those who will turnfrom their sin and receive Him.It's all based on His work.But treasure or rewards are based on our works, and in heaven there will be different levelsof rewards.Another thing we do know is there's no second chance for believers to earn rewards afterwe die.Basically this life on the earth right now is your chance to earn rewards.I'm talking so much about the heart through this series on the Sermon and the Mount.So when we get to this section, the question is, where is your heart?While Jesus tells us objectively, in case you're still wondering where your heart reallyis, do you want to know where your heart really is?You might think you know where it is.Jesus tells us exactly where it actually is.Look at verse 21, Jesus said, "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."Your heart is wherever you put your treasure.In other words, look at how you spend your money, and that will tell you where your heartis.So if you come to me and you say, "Oh, you know what, Pastor Jeff, my heart's with thechurch.Oh, I just have a heart for this church.I just love this church so much.My heart is with the church."How much money do you give to the church?And you're like, "Well, I don't really give that much to the church."Well, then your heart's not with the church, according to Jesus.According to Jesus, you've deceived yourself into thinking your heart's with the church,but if your money isn't invested in the church, then your heart's not in the church.All right?Or if you're like, "Oh, Pastor Jeff, you know where my heart is, my heart of hearts.You know where my heart is?My heart's for missions.Oh, I see these pictures of Barnabas and I hear about these people going on these missiontrips.I just have, Pastor Jeff, I have such a heart for missions."Do you give to missions?Well, no, I don't really give to missions.Well, then your heart's not in missions, according to Jesus, that is.Like, well, maybe I'm not sure where my heart is.If you're struggling with that, I'll be glad to help you.What I need you to do is print out your bank statement, make an appointment, and we'llsit down and go through it.And I will show you very clearly where your heart is, because according to Jesus, whereyou put your treasure is where your heart ends up.Your heart follows your investments.You're either investing in the kingdom of God, or you're investing in stuff that you'reeventually going to lose.And if you're sitting here like, "Man, you know what?I really want my heart to be on the things of God."Or then invest in the things of God.Give to the things of God, and you will find that your heart will follow your investments.Your heart will be in heaven.And according to Jesus, you're going to have treasure that you'll enjoy for eternity.It's a pretty good self-serving motive for giving to God.Second one, right?This self-serving reason to give to God.So I'm able to see.So I'm able to see.Like, wait, wait, wait.That's what He says.Look at verses 22 and 23.Jesus says, "The eye is the lamp of the body."So if your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light.But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness.If then the light in you is darkness, how great is that darkness?You're like, "Well, that's an unrelated tangent.We're talking about money."And all of a sudden, we're talking about eyesight.It's not an unrelated tangent at all.Jesus here is giving us another self-centered reason to give to God.And this is what I'm going to tell you what it is, and I'm going to explain it.Listen, only people who truly understand and obey what God says about money are able tosee things as they really are.Like, well, what do you mean?Jesus here is giving an illustration.The eye here illustrates the heart.And Jesus says the eye is like a lamp.And everything that we see, what we perceive and fill ourselves with is light.Okay?So look at verse 22 again.Jesus says the eye is the lamp of the body.So if your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light.Now that word healthy in the Greek literally is the word generous.Literally that's what the word means.If your eye is generous.So Jesus is saying that if your heart is generous, your whole life is going to be filled withlight.In other words, your whole life is going to be filled with spiritual understanding.In other words, Jesus is saying that only generous people see things as they really are.It's only generous people who say everything is God's.I'm just a steward of God's stuff.In my office on the conference table, there's a big glass bowl and it's full of lollipops.This happens all the time.It literally just happened this morning where a little kid will come in and Pastor Jeff,can I have a lollipop?Absolutely you can.And they'll take a lollipop and they'll leave.This happens all the time.And about 10 or 15 seconds later, they come back in and they say, I need to get one forJoey.I need to get one for Mikey.I need to get one for Stacy.And they start and then they walk out with these handfuls of lollipops.Doesn't bother me at all because they're illustrating a very important biblical point.And that's this.I say it all the time.I'm like, you're awfully generous with something that's not yours.That's biblical.You want to learn how to be generous?It's not yours.Everything on this earth is a bowl of lollipops.It's all God's.So it's a lot easier to be generous with it when I realize it's not mine.I don't need to hold on to it.So I'm getting one for Mikey.Generous people see things as they really are.Generous people say things like, giving is worship.So I'm joyfully giving God first and best.Right?I'm not going to see how much money I have left after I buy all my toys and I'll giveGod a tenth of that and pat myself on the back for tithing.That isn't tithing and that's certainly not worship.Tithing worshipfully is when you receive, you say, okay, God gets first and God getsbest.That's worship.Some of you are like, yeah, I'm on board with that.Why doesn't everyone get that?Because of verse 23."But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness.And if then the light in you is darkness, how great is the darkness?"Some people don't get it because they're in the dark.Some people are just clueless because they can't see it because they can't see anything.Listen, when your heart is focused on the treasures of the earth accumulating for yourself,the blinds come down on spiritual perception.You are unable to see things spiritually.You know, some people go to church for years.Some people have been coming to this church for years and they do not change.They're still struggling with the same sin that they were struggling with two years ago,five years ago.Why?Because they can't see how great is the darkness.Some people have been coming to church for years and they don't grow.They're spiritually dull.At this point, they should be back teaching the kids.They should be leading a small group at this point.They should be in the preaching class, but they can't.They're spiritually dull.Why?They can't see.How great is the darkness?Some people never witness, never share Christ with anybody.Even talk about witnessing like, "Well, that's not for me."Why?They can't see.How great is the darkness?They come to church and they're like, "Well, worship is boring.The sermon wasn't for me.The prayer was too long."How great is the darkness?When your heart is purely focused on earth's treasures, when you live your life only thinkingand focused and spending on here and now, you will have no spiritual perception.Until you get your view of money right, you're never going to be able to deal with otherspiritual matters.So here's a self-serving reason to give.Maybe this church stuff will start to make some sense because the lights will come on.All right?Three self-serving reasons to give, number one, so I have treasure forever.Number two, so I'm able to see.Number three, so I serve the right master.So I serve the right master.Look at verse 24, Jesus says, "No one can serve two masters, for either he will hatethe one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other."You cannot serve God and money.Jesus here very clearly tells us that God and money are both masters.You are a servant to one of them.There's no third option.And in this context, you see, you look at stuff, and you say, "Okay, all this stuffthat I have, it's either God's for God's purposes, or it's mine for what I want."Those are your choices.Jesus said, you know, you shouldn't try to...You shouldn't try to...No.He didn't say you shouldn't try to serve two masters.What did He say?The last sentence, He says, "You cannot."You cannot.It's impossible to serve two masters.Why is that?The same reason a man can't have two wives.Because we have two masters here, and both of them demand total allegiance.Both of these masters, there's no compromise.There's no 50/50 here.You're going to be totally sold out to one of them.And right now, I'm sure somebody is saying, "Well, I'm not a slave to worldly things.I'm not a slave to accumulating."Some of you are way more than you realize.Because when you prioritize stuff over God, then money becomes your master.And Martin Lloyd-Jones told this story.I can't stop thinking about it.He told this story about this farmer that had two cows gave birth at the same time.So now we have two baby cows.What is it called?Just seeing who's still listening.And okay, so he had two baby cows.So the farmer excitedly goes to his wife and he says, "Okay, here's what we're going todo.I'm going to raise both of these cows.And I'm going to sell one and all the money is going to God.And then I'm going to sell the other and all the money we're going to use for our family."And his wife says, "Well, which cow is which?The white one or the brown one?Which one's God's and which one's ours?"And the man says, "Ah, you know what?We'll worry about that later.We'll take care of that down the road somewhere."Well, a couple days later the wife walks into the house and the farmer was weeping.And the wife says, "Honey, what's the matter?"And the farmer goes, "God's cow died."That's funny, isn't it?It's really not because it's always God's cow that dies.It's always God's cow that dies.You know, you've got a sports tournament and church at the same time.You've got to go with the sports.It's always God's cow that dies.I'm not saying you're anathema if you miss church.I'm saying it's a huge red flag as to the way you're discipling your children when youteach them that anything else takes priority over church.When does worship ever have the priority?Are you discipling your kids to that?It's always God's cow that dies.It's like, well, we have youth group tonight, but we also have a dance recital.We can skip youth group because it's always God's cow that dies.You know, I really wanted to join a small group, Pastor Taylor, but you know what?I got this hobby that takes up most of my nights.So it's always God's cow that dies.And oh, yeah, we're talking about money.When money becomes tight, giving to God is the first thing to go because it's alwaysGod's cow that dies.Who's your master?I'll give you a real easy test.I'll give you a real easy test that will tell you where your heart is.Has this sermon really bothered you?If this sermon is really grating on you, so long as I have accurately represented whatour Lord has said, if this sermon is really grating on you, according to Him, it's goingto be grating on you.That means you love money and you hate God.If you're sitting here, and if you're going to be totally honest, and you resent the truththat God has a total claim on your life, then that means, in the words of our Lord, you'redevoted to money and you despise God.But you know, if you're generous, it sort of works the other way.If you're generous towards God, you hate that the world is constantly trying to take moreof your money.You hate when gas prices go up, you hate when grocery prices go up, you hate when your taxesgo up, because you sincerely respond to that by saying, "Oh, I wanted to give more, andthat's keeping me from that."And you hate that because you love God so much.You've got a master.The stuff I have, the money I make, is it to serve God or is it to serve me?Because if it's to serve you, ultimately, you're serving it.Look, at the end of the day, money is just a tool.Money's not evil.Money's not inherently good.Money is just a tool.But money is the most dangerous tool that you possess, because Jesus said that is the toolthat you will use to replace God.You know, there's so many self-serving, personal benefits to giving to God.Oh yes, the opposite is true too.Nothing to God blesses you, but when money is your master, you hurt yourself.Literally hurt yourself.Look at 1 Timothy 6:10.God says through the apostle Paul, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith."Look at this, "And pierced themselves with many pangs.The person who worships money by the way they live end up repeatedly stabbing themselves."So if you're sitting here at this point in the sermon and under your breath, in yourhead, in your heart, you're sitting here digging your heels in saying, "No one tellsme how to spend my money."Look, I earned this.It belongs to me.Okay.But I have an obligation to tell you that you're just stabbing yourself.So if God isn't your master, who are you hurting?On the other hand, giving it to God so I can keep it forever, letting the light shine inthat only comes to a generous heart, and serving a master who loves me and only wants goodfor me.I got plenty of self-serving reasons to give to God.Let's pray.Our Father in heaven, I'm sure this was a very uncomfortable several minutes for somepeople.That's okay.God, we didn't come here today for comfort.We came here to hear from You.And yes, sometimes God, You do comfort us with the truth.And Father, there are generous people sitting in this room that are comforted by all ofthe benefits that You have promised those who are generous.Father, I pray for those who are still holding on so tightly to stuff.I pray, Father, that this would be a time of some serious self-examination, and thatthey would not take the words of Jesus Christ lightly.But Father, I pray You would give them no rest until they seek to get this money issueright before You.It's worship, Father.It's worship.Let us worship You with the stuff that You've given us.We pray in Jesus' name.Amen.

There are commandments and there are traditions of men. We are to be strict in one, and loose in the other. I cover the Hebrew word “shamar,” and the English word “circumspect” in this sermon.

What if our worship songs were truly motivated by the new covenant message of our union with Christ? My son is a believer struggling with same-sex attraction, and he's wondering if it will prevent him from going to heaven? If I don't tithe, will I be cursed?

Welcome to our 4th episode in our “Malachi” series! Today we explore a rich conversation with God through the dynamics of divine justice and mercy, focusing on the relationship between God's unchanging nature and His offer of grace to humanity. Malachi offers both a picture of God's judgment, targeting sins such as sorcery, adultery, and oppression, and at the same time, God declares His constancy, ensuring that humanity isn't consumed. This paradox of divine justice and mercy is a central theme in the book of Malachi, since God's steadfast love is the foundation of our existence and redemption. God, speaking through Malachi, presents tithing as a practical expression of faith. Tithing symbolizes our dependence on God as an act of returning blessings back to Him. In Christ, tithing is not as a strict obligation, but a way to encourage a lifestyle of generosity and trust in God's provision. Tithing is not about a precise percentage, but about the spirit of generosity that reflects our relationship with God. The people of Malachi's time doubted the benefit of serving God, equating prosperity with divine favor. This prosperity gospel mindset, so prevalent in our own day and age, misses the true reward of intimacy with God, over and against mere material gain. Today, Malachi offers us a powerful reminder of God's promise to His people, stating that those who fear Him and honor His name are cherished by Him. We come full circle when we connect Malachi's message to its prophetic fulfillment through Jesus Christ, who offers the ultimate relationship and reward with God. Stephanie encourages reflection on this relationship and challenges us to align our actions with our faith, fostering a community that esteems God's Name. Overall, the book of Malachi is about understanding the depth of God's love and justice, encouraging us to return to God with open hearts, and recognizing the unparalleled reward of a close relationship with Him. Through Malachi's questions and answers, we are invited to explore our own faith, rooted and established in Christ. We are invited to seek God's presence and promises in our generation, in the context of historical Scripture. You are invited to join us on the Gospel Spice Prayer Bible Study, titled "The heart behind prayer" starting September 20, 2025! Details and registration here: https://www.gospelspice.com/prayer  There are a few things in our Christian life that we know we should do more, or at least better – and prayer just might top the list. Prayer is a mystery. Why would a conversation with a human have any influence on God's eternal, sovereign plan? It defies logic, and beckons love. How can God, the Almighty Lord of Hosts, be this close, this personal? It defies understanding, and beckons involvement. But, lack of time, inspiration, and discipline, combined with the ruthless tyranny of our busy lives, push prayer to the periphery, to the “one day I'll get to it” pile. And yet, we can excel at what we endeavor to undertake. So, why isn't prayer more of a spiritual priority? Could we develop a mindset around prayer that made it attractive, inspiring, even maybe delightful? What if we attuned our spiritual ears to listen to God, and our spiritual eyes to see His provision? As an unassuming student, I'm going to humbly offer to share the little I have learned from others about the joy of prayer. I will give us theology, practical tips, and useful resources, sharing what works for me as we, together, learn to pray. If you find prayer intimidating, or if your lack of prayer makes you feel guilty or “less than,” then this is the place for you! If you have been a student of prayer for many years, this is the place for you too! If you have breath in your lungs, then prayer can become one of the deepest joys of your day. Don't miss out! A PERSPECTIVE ABOUT PRAYER To pray is to believe that God not only hears, but that He responds. It is to stand in the gap for a broken world, wielding the authority of Christ, empowered by the Spirit, and trusting in the goodness of the Father. The question is not whether prayer works, but whether we are willing to pray the kinds of prayers that invite God's Kingdom into the darkest places of the earth—and of our own hearts. We may never fully understand the mechanics of prayer, or how it intersects with God's sovereignty, but we are not called to understand everything. We are called to be faithful. And faithfulness means showing up—in prayer, in persistence, in expectation. So today, let us pray not only for the comfort of our hearts, but for the transformation of the world. Let us take our place as image-bearers, co-laborers, and co-heirs. Let us believe that God is still listening—and still acting. Because He is. There's only one way to find out what might happen when we truly pray like this. Let's begin. THE MINDSET BEHIND THIS COURSE Before we begin, let me tell you the obvious: I don't really know how to pray. I'm a humble student and absolute beginner at the holy endeavor that is prayer. So, this course isn't really about what I've learned, or any wisdom I might have gathered. But, I've sat at the feet of many prayer warriors over the decades, through books and teachings. So, I'll share what I learned from them. Humility is going to be our primary heart posture! With each lesson, I will offer a few thoughts, practices, and ideas – with much humility, and not taking myself too seriously. I will also share her favorite books and resources about prayer. FInally, I will introduce you to some of the most influential prayer warriors of our history as the Body of Christ. Most importantly, I will invite YOU to pray! Learning to pray comes from praying. Our humble ambition is to inspire you to pray, and to give you a few tips on how to do that. Then, it's up to you! Prayer is a lifelong endeavor. Let's make it delightful together! So, let's get started. You are invited to join us on the Gospel Spice Prayer Bible Study, titled "The heart behind prayer" starting September 20, 2025! Details and registration here: https://www.gospelspice.com/prayer  There are a few things in our Christian life that we know we should do more, or at least better – and prayer just might top the list. Prayer is a mystery. Why would a conversation with a human have any influence on God's eternal, sovereign plan? It defies logic, and beckons love. How can God, the Almighty Lord of Hosts, be this close, this personal? It defies understanding, and beckons involvement. But, lack of time, inspiration, and discipline, combined with the ruthless tyranny of our busy lives, push prayer to the periphery, to the “one day I'll get to it” pile. And yet, we can excel at what we endeavor to undertake. So, why isn't prayer more of a spiritual priority? Could we develop a mindset around prayer that made it attractive, inspiring, even maybe delightful? What if we attuned our spiritual ears to listen to God, and our spiritual eyes to see His provision? As an unassuming student, I'm going to humbly offer to share the little I have learned from others about the joy of prayer. I will give us theology, practical tips, and useful resources, sharing what works for me as we, together, learn to pray. If you find prayer intimidating, or if your lack of prayer makes you feel guilty or “less than,” then this is the place for you! If you have been a student of prayer for many years, this is the place for you too! If you have breath in your lungs, then prayer can become one of the deepest joys of your day. Don't miss out! A PERSPECTIVE ABOUT PRAYER To pray is to believe that God not only hears, but that He responds. It is to stand in the gap for a broken world, wielding the authority of Christ, empowered by the Spirit, and trusting in the goodness of the Father. The question is not whether prayer works, but whether we are willing to pray the kinds of prayers that invite God's Kingdom into the darkest places of the earth—and of our own hearts. We may never fully understand the mechanics of prayer, or how it intersects with God's sovereignty, but we are not called to understand everything. We are called to be faithful. And faithfulness means showing up—in prayer, in persistence, in expectation. So today, let us pray not only for the comfort of our hearts, but for the transformation of the world. Let us take our place as image-bearers, co-laborers, and co-heirs. Let us believe that God is still listening—and still acting. Because He is. There's only one way to find out what might happen when we truly pray like this. Let's begin. THE MINDSET BEHIND THIS COURSE Before we begin, let me tell you the obvious: I don't really know how to pray. I'm a humble student and absolute beginner at the holy endeavor that is prayer. So, this course isn't really about what I've learned, or any wisdom I might have gathered. But, I've sat at the feet of many prayer warriors over the decades, through books and teachings. So, I'll share what I learned from them. Humility is going to be our primary heart posture! With each lesson, I will offer a few thoughts, practices, and ideas – with much humility, and not taking myself too seriously. I will also share her favorite books and resources about prayer. FInally, I will introduce you to some of the most influential prayer warriors of our history as the Body of Christ. Most importantly, I will invite YOU to pray! Learning to pray comes from praying. Our humble ambition is to inspire you to pray, and to give you a few tips on how to do that. Then, it's up to you! Prayer is a lifelong endeavor. Let's make it delightful together! So, let's get started. Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

ANOTHER TOPIC REQUEST FROM LISTENER LAND!!This week's topic is a common one; "Do I have to give a tenth or tithe as a Christian?" Maybe you think you already know the answer or you have an assumption, but we invite you to sit down at the table and muse with us while we let the Bible provide the answer to the question of our 10%. Got a question you want answered or a topic you'd like to hear Townsend and Preacher Man muse on? Let them know at mtpm.podcast@gmail.com !Intro music: "Royalty Free Music from Bensound" 

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On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/29/25), Hank answers the following questions:What is your view of Daniel's 70 weeks? Cecil - Bakersfield, CA (0:51)Must I tithe off of a legal settlement? Christie - Independence, MO (5:14)Should the word “world” in Matthew 28:20 be translated “eon” or “age” instead? John - Stewartsville, MO (9:21)Should we prepare for doomsday? Rick - Austin, TX (15:12)Who are the people who say, “Lord, Lord,” in Matthew 7:21-23? Bob - Nashville, TN (19:01)Do ghosts exist? Are they demons? Darren - St. Louis, MO (21:40)

Comments? Questions? Send us a message!This is the first in a three part series which can be helpful to senior pastors and church leadership teams re: how to practically deal with giving and stewardship in their churches. First, we'll look at where teaching and leading on giving and stewardship fit within the overall concept of equipping the saints for ministry ... which we pastors are called by God to do.It may be a new thought for some, but teaching and leading in these areas is part of Christian discipleship, which we're also called to do.We'll even go so far as to say that we can't develop fully mature believers without helping them discover and practice these truths.If Jesus instructed His disciples (and us) in these matters, then this must be part of our curriculum as we disciple others. The transcript of this podcast is attached. For Poimen Ministries, its staff, ministries, and focus, go to poimenministries.com. To contact Poimen Ministries, email us at strongerpastors@gmail.com. May the Lord revive His work in the midst of these years!

Topics: Giving, Tithing, Christians are Givers, Tithing is Not for Christians, Tithing Was Not Money But Food, Malachi 3:10 Food in Storehouse, Tithing for Levites Widows Orphans Travelers and Jewish Festivals, Tithing Part of Law of Moses, Christians Under Grace Not Law, Romans 6:14, Never Commanded to Tithe in Epistles, Encouraged to Give Freely From the Heart, Abraham Did Not Set Tithing Principle, Christians Live by Person Within, Hebrews 7 Not Commanding a Tithe, Jesus Greater Than Levites, Christians Don't Test God, Jews Tested God by Tithing Food, Churches Relying on Curse Galatians 3, Let Requests Be Made Known, Paul Robbed Other Churches, Paul Preached Gospel for Pay, First Fruits Old Covenant, Christ is Our First Fruit 1 Corinthians 15, Tithing Began Through Early Church Errors, Cyprian of Carthage's Error, Constantine Made Tithing Commonplace, Tithing is Not Obedience, Tithing is Not Worship, Tithing is Not Heart PostureSupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

Pastor Akognon answers two questions this week: 1. How much of my money should be for investing, savings, daily usage? Where is the best place to invest my money today? 2. We like to quote these verses from Malachi 3:8-11 and claim the promises but not the curses. If this passage is truly for us today, what do you think “…all the tithes…” looks like for us as a Body? And can we honestly say that we are receiving "blessings that we don't have room for" when there is a struggle with finances? What might "testing God" in this passage consist of?

Let's look at what the New Testament says about Tithing. Does Jesus command His disciples to tithe? Do the apostles tell us to obey the law of tithing?  The topic of tithing can be divisive in the church; it is important to look at what the Lord says, and to make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. “But woe to you Pharisees! For you tithe mint and rue and every herb, and neglect justice and the love of God. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others." -- Luke 11  Each one must do just as he has purposed in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. -- 2 Corinthians 9

The final week of The Good Land walks us through the parable of the dishonest manager in Luke 16. Pastor Brandon shares valuable lessons about stewardship, the importance of being faithful with what we have, and how adopting a manager mentality, rather than a master mentality, can transform our approach to money and life.

Abimelech a title for "father king"; "Gerar" = cause/effect = gimel-resh-resh; Following kings; Civil government; Tables of welfare (snares); Taxation vs freewill offerings; Julius Caesar; Militia; American Revolution; Returning to bondage; Understanding the full Gospel of Jesus Christ; Abraham; Avoiding Egypt/bondage; Wells of insight; Property tax; Land ownership; The righteous way of peace; Abraham's household?; Tithing; Commandments in Genesis?; Conflicting ideologies; Spirit in Isaac; Melchizedek; Gen 27:1; Inheritance of blessings; Sins of the father; Repentance - cause/effect; Natural Law; "Logos"; Charity and hope; vs Cities of blood; "savory meats"; Abraham's protection; Rebekah's deception; Gen 3:13; Deut 11:16; Prov 1:10; Obeying mother; Organizing in Tens; Caring for the needy; Tithingmen, Hundredsmen and Eoldermen; Ruining society; "Citizen"; Not going the way of Egypt; Gen 27:30 Jacob received the blessing; Becoming Israel; Israel is not a location; Present-value money; Walking in the spirit; Walled cities; Learning from The Comforter; Letting God work; Keeping your commitment; Subtility; Blessing different than birthright?; Gen 27:39 Isaac's blessing to Esau; Characteristics of Israel; Righteous caring for society; Meat boiled in milk?; Altars of Jehova-Nissi; Becoming free; Abraham's blessing from Melchizedek (Shem?); Nature of God's kingdom; Knowing you're an idolator; Implied contracts; Exercising authority over others; Abraham's society; Missing calf story; Who can you trust?; "The Rod"; Law in your heart.; Jury of peers; Altars of sin?; Jesus - priest according to the order of Melchizedek; Gen 14:18 blessing Abram; Seeking God's righteousness; Respecters of persons; Caesar: son of God?; Set the table of the LORD.

Pastor Nelms preaches Part 2 of this two-part series about seeking God first with our finances, and how God will bless and prosper His children in finances through the tithe. We pray that this message will bring correction and instruction to help you step into all that God has for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/renaissance-school-of-the-spirit--3241606/support

Consistency is deeper than routine—it's about living the Kingdom's way, not just following rules or church habits.  Dr. Gabriel Allen Powell dives into the theme of consistency, challenging common perspectives on faith, holiness, and what it truly means to live out the kingdom of God. He explores how embracing God's system and completing what we start can lead to real transformation and abundant living.Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 9 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977 Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

Topics: When Did the New Covenant Begin, Reading Old Testament Contextually, Tithing Context, Malachi 3:10 Tithing for Levitical Priests, 2 Corinthians 9:7 Giving Freely, Levitical Priests and Sin Debt, Old Covenant Not for Christians, Romans 7:12 Law is Perfect, Hebrews 8:8 God Found Fault with People, New Covenant from Judah, Hebrews 7:22 Jesus a Better Covenant, Jesus from Tribe of Judah, Matthew 26:28 My Blood of the New Covenant, Hebrews 9:19 Blood for First Covenant, God Requires Blood, 1 Timothy 2:5 One Mediator Jesus, Hebrews 4:15 High Priest Who Empathizes, Hebrews 5:3 Even the Priests Sinned, 1 Peter 2:9 Royal Priesthood, Lord's Supper Remembrance, Hebrews 9:22 Blood Cleanses, Law Required Blood, Hebrews 10:1-4 Animal Blood Covered Sins, Poor Interpretation of Scripture, Ephesians 2:8-9 Grace Through Faith, John 3:16 and Jesus' Final Sacrifice, Matthew 27:51 Veil Torn, Hebrews 10:18-22 Access Through Blood, Psalm 103:12 Sins Banished, Hebrews 7:3 Jesus Not Bound by Time, John 8:58 Jesus Before Abraham, Hebrews 10:4-5 Impossible for Blood of Animals, Hebrews 10:9 Sets Aside First Covenant, John 1:29 Lamb of God, Hebrews 8:12 Sins Remembered No More, Religious Sins, Romans 3:11 Unbelief and Law, Hebrews 10:26-29 Unforgivable Sin Unbelief, John 13:34-35 New Commandment Love, 1 John 3:23 Believe and Love, 1 John 5:3 Jesus' Commandments Not Burdensome, Isaiah 53 Messiah Freedom, John 8:36 Son Sets You Free, Matthew 22:36 Greatest Commandment in Law, Deuteronomy 4:2 Every Commandment Important, Galatians 3:10 Cursed by Law, God's Love Poured Out, 2 Corinthians 5:17 New Creation, Romans 5:5 Holy Spirit Poured Out, Hebrews 12:2 Joy Set Before Jesus, Receive Benefits of PerfectionSupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

The subject of Tithing can be confusing and divisive.  What does the Lord expect of us, His people, regarding tithes?  The answer may be more nuanced than you think. In today's episode, we look at tithing in the Old Testament.    “Every tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land or of the fruit of the trees, is the Lord's; it is holy to the Lord. . . . And every tithe of herds and flocks, every tenth animal of all that pass under the herdsman's staff, shall be holy to the Lord."  - Leviticus 27:30-32 

What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe? Does a Christian always have to give 10% to the church?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/07/25), Hank answers the following questions:Are Christians required to tithe today? Daniel - Brooklyn, NY (0:52)Could you reiterate your objection to Joel Osteen's teachings? Debbie - Eolia, MO (4:23)In 1 Samuel 15:35, why does it say that God regretted making Saul king of Israel? How can God regret something He did? Gary - Kansas City, MO (16:01)Is the Star of David an occult symbol? Wayne - Franklin, KY (18:44)Will God create again to get what we never gave Him? Kayla - Oklahoma City, OK (20:44)

In recent years, a flurry of lawsuits has been launched nationwide against religious organizations, raising fraud and other claims related to tithing and church donations. These challenges generally argue that church leaders falsely claimed they would only put donations to one use, but instead put them to another. These cases, which have been heard in […]

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On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/26/25), Hank answers the following questions:Why do the Gospels record a different version of the words of Jesus on the cross? Roger - Modesto, CA (1:31)I heard about a church doing a 90-day tithing challenge, basing it on Malachi 3:10. They promised to refund tithers if they didn't get their blessings. Is this right? Pam - Due West, SC (4:41)I heard a man preaching that he doesn't believe in the rapture, that it was founded a hundred or so years ago. What is biblically correct? Cassandra - Charlotte, NC (15:13)Revelation 20 talks about “the first resurrection,” which suggests a second resurrection. Where do you get that there will be no seven-year tribulation? Olivia - Marion, AR (19:02)