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Your Question:
Can I even afford to eat, let alone pay bills?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the idea of tithing, especially when it comes to affording basic necessities like food and bills. But the truth is, we often use "I can't afford it" as a cop-out, rather than truly considering our priorities. When we say we can't afford to tithe, what we're really saying is that we can't afford to do everything else we're doing and still give 10% of our income to God. I think about this a lot, especially when I consider the blessings I have in my own life. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we have two wonderful kids, Joshua and Rebecca. We're blessed to have a comfortable home, good health, and a loving community at our church. And yet, I still struggle with the idea of tithing, because it means giving up some of the comforts we've grown accustomed to. But as I read scripture, I'm reminded that God is more concerned with our hearts than our bank accounts. The truth is, we're not just talking about money when we talk about tithing. We're talking about our priorities, our values, and our trust in God's provision. As Jesus said, "Whoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst." That's not just a promise for eternal life; it's a promise for everyday life, too. If we trust God to provide for us, we'll find that He does, even when it seems impossible. So, can I afford to eat and pay bills? Of course. But can I afford to trust God and give Him my firstfruits? That's the question.
Sources:
acts
r c sproul
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
reformed doctrine salvation
loraine boettner
christian theology
millard erickson
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