We no longer carry gold, acacia wood, or animal skins to a physical tent. Today, under the New Covenant, you are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). The global Body of Christ is God’s dwelling place. As New Testament Christians, we are completely freed from the rigid legalism of a forced percentage, but the standard of the heart has been elevated even higher. If we pan through the New Testament for gold, we find three timeless principles of kingdom giving: 1.

When God requested a dwelling place among His people in the wilderness, He didn't issue a mandatory imperial tax. Instead, He said to Moses: "From everyone who gives it willingly with his heart you shall take My offering" (Exodus 25:2). What happened next is one of the most stunning displays of raw, uncoerced generosity in human history. A group of newly freed slaves, wandering in a barren desert, brought their gold, silver, fine linens, and precious stones. They gave so much

If the tithe was the baseline of mandatory giving in Israel, the sacrificial system was where giving became deeply personal, costly, and descriptive. Long before Jesus walked the earth, every single drop of oil poured out and every animal brought to the altar was a physical shadow pointing toward a spiritual reality. Anchored in Genesis Sacrifice was built into the fabric of humanity's relationship with God right from the beginning. We see altars built by Noah after the flood

Giving isn't just a church ritual; it is a spiritual discipline that aligns our hearts with the Creator. To truly understand this practice, let’s explore five fundamental questions about giving, backed by Scripture: 1. Why Do We Give? - To reflect God’s character and show our gratitude. We give because God is the ultimate giver. Every good thing we have comes from Him, and giving back is an act of worship and trust. It acknowledges that He is our provider and keeps our

Giving is more than just a logistical necessity of the church; it is a profound act of worship rooted in the examples and commands found in the New Testament. When we look at the early Christians, we see a pattern of generosity that wasn't just about money, but about a deep-seated devotion to God and their fellow believers. A Pattern of Purpose The early church established a clear rhythm for their contributions. In I Corinthians 16:1–2, Paul provides specific instructions: "N

My good friends Ben Hayes and Travis Creasy have a terrific ministry (benandtravis.com). They have regular social media posts, podcasts,...