This text emphasizes the contrasting perspectives on wealth, particularly the allure of material riches versus the spiritual treasure advocated by Jesus and the apostle Paul. It addresses the prevalent desire for financial success, exemplified by lottery participation, and challenges the notion that physical prosperity guarantees true satisfaction and security. Jesus’ teachings, especially the analogy of serving God or mammon, underscore the need for a choice…
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Tithing: Second Tithe – Martin Collins cgg.org
John Grabara
4 years ago in Economics, Bible
God is the God of joy and abundance. In addition to the weekly Sabbath, God declared we are to keep His seven annual holy days. The Feast of Tabernacles is observed for seven days followed by The Last Great Day on the eighth day. We celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles in temporary dwellings. The financial expenses for the feasts are covered by the second tithe,…
Tithing: First Tithe – Martin G. Collins cgg.org
John Grabara
4 years ago in Economics, Bible
Tithe means one tenth. God requires a tenth of our financial increase to be given back to Him. This is called the first tithe. Today this tithe is used primarily to preach the gospel to the whole world as commanded by Jesus Christ. The first tithe allows the Church to freely give to all. The tithing principle can be found throughout the Bible. Abraham tithed…
Day of Atonement & the Jubilee Year – Nathan Albright ucg.org
John Grabara
4 years ago in Economics, Jubilee, Bible
God’s character is revealed by His law. So it is worth noting the practical effects of His Sabbath laws, particularly as it relates to the relationship between the Jubilee and the Day of Atonement. The seventh day weekly Sabbath pictures restoration and freedom. Among its many benefits, the Sabbath limits exploitation of the poor by employers. The seventh year land Sabbath, when all debts were…
Tithing – Martin Collins cgg.org
John Grabara
4 years ago in Economics, Bible
In this Bible study, 7 reasons are outlined that show that tithing is important for personal spiritual growth. The biblical system of tithing has been a point of controversy among Christians for years. Its opponents claim it is part of the Old Covenant, and thus it was instituted solely for the support of the Levitical priesthood. They often acknowledge that the principle of giving to…