Just some thoughts on giving of our tithes and offering in the worship experience.
When I became a Christian, the more I became exposed to other churches and movements, the more I notices some leaders would spend quite a bit of time trying to motivate people to give in the offering. They would give these great incentives and many promises of God's generous reciprocity. They would say, give and you will get it all back and more. Folks, we have done it all wrong.
The best offering statement I have heard: If Christians really understood the pearl of great price, there would be no need for long messages on giving.
The truth of the matter is, you might get it back or you might not. But you can definitely be sure of one thing. If we give something of value then someone else in need will receive something of value.
Who is that pearl of great price? Jesus!
Jesus, because of love, gave all He had to get what He valued, us. If we give out of love, others will get what we value, Him!
Really study the above scripture. Is there really any other motivation to give than Him?
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