It’s not surprising that tithing is one of the laws given by God that is kind of hard to follow. As we all know, a tithe is ten percent of our first fruits or, in our current context, our income or what we receive. Regardless of how much your income is, giving ten percent of …
Mary Stone
Sometimes, we think of tithing as something like a freewill offering to God. However, tithes are different from offerings and not something we can just stop giving, thinking that God is okay with it. Tithing is a commandment from the Lord. As people who aim to please God (2 Timothy 2:4 No one serving as …
Money has always played an important role in our lives, and conflict over money can easily arise, whether in businesses regarding who gets the largest share or estates when it comes to distributing inheritances. Sadly, people also wonder whether they should tithe or not. Sometimes even the amount becomes the issue. Is it okay not …
One thing about tithing that is most commonly debated among Christians is probably whether we should tithe or not. Some say that we are not obliged to tithe anymore since Christians are now under grace and not under the Law (Romans 6:14 For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under …
Navigating a marriage with a nagging wife can be tough and often intimidating. As someone who has personally experienced this issue before and as a counselor with 12 years of experience in helping couples combat such issues, my goal is to provide practical advice for how best to handle these situations. Understanding the root causes …
In the intricate tapestry of life, with its myriad challenges and decisions, it’s only natural to seek wisdom that seems just beyond our grasp. This is when many of us look upward and seek the divine wisdom of God to light our paths. Through years of dedicated service and immersion in Scripture, we’ve come to …
In the thick of life’s storms, as we wade through the depths of grief, it often feels akin to stumbling blindly in unfamiliar territory. As followers of Christ, we should turn our eyes toward Jesus for solace and direction. He was not only divine but was also touched by human sorrows just as deeply. Through …
For many Christians, feelings of regret and guilt about past decisions and circumstances can be a pervasive source of pain. Guilt can stem from our own failures or the actions of others, while regret ties into feelings of loss that may be difficult to move on from. However, it is important for followers of Christ …
Pain and suffering often loom like towering peaks in our journey, casting long shadows across the roads to joy and contentment. As followers of Christ, we’re no strangers to these challenging seasons; indeed, the Scriptures are rich with words about weathering tough times. But why must we grapple with such torment when a compassionate God …
Are all Christians called to fight against injustice? The answer is yes. As Christians, we are commanded to seek justice and defend oppressed people (Psalm 82:3-4), love our neighbor as ourselves (Matthew 22:39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’), and speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves (Proverbs …