A. W. Tozer said, “Money often comes between men and God. Someone has said that you can take two ten-cent pieces, just two dimes, and shut out the view of a panoramic landscape. Go to the mountain and hold just two coins closely in front of your eyes—the mountains are still there, but you cannot see them at all because there is a dime shutting off the vision in each eye.” Such a small amount of money can come between ourselves and the Lord. The commitment is far more important than the amount. God has trusted every congregation with enough financial resources to do those things He wants to accomplish in that congregation’s life. There is no question that we can achieve His purpose through our budget. The only question is whether we will be faithful stewards of what He has shared. Our least obligation is the tithe—ten percent before taxes to the work of Jesus Christ. Some can and should do more. As we are obedient to God’s Word we will fulfill God’s plan for our church in any economic climate. You may not be able to make large contributions to the church. There is no need to feel uncomfortable if you cannot. I urge you just to tithe. The principle of tithing covers the unemployed person, the boy with a paper route, or the girl working in a frozen yogurt shop. You are important to God whether you have much or little. If you are on your way to faith, you should feel free to let the offering plate pass. It is for those who are a part of God’s family. If you are not in His family, God has a very special gift for you: eternal life. He does not solicit funds from you but offers His transforming gift.
Posted on: Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:23:27 +0000
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