God is a generous and liberal Giver. He gave us life. He gave His only Son, Jesus, to die for us. He gives us everything we need for every aspect of life. And He created us in His image -- so we should give just like he does -- liberally and generously.
Biblical Giving. . .
When you hear someone say, "It's more blessed to give than to receive," it's not just a cliché -- it's true! We give because it's great to be a blessing to others. When we give we show that we trust God will provide for us; and we put first the building up of His Kingdom, even on the most practical levels. (Acts 20:35, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 9:6)
Blesses others and it blesses you.
You will reap what you sow. (Acts 20:35, Galatians 6:7, 2 Corinthians 9:6)
Disciplined, purposeful, cheerful giving releases blessing into our lives. (Luke 6:38, 2 Corinthians 9:7)
God delights in the prosperity of His people. (Psalm 35:27)
Eradicates greed and self-centeredness.
God's kind of giving is not inwardly focused. Instead it is always listening for God's direction and looking for ways to bring blessing to others. (Proverbs 22:9, Isaiah 32:8)
Includes tithing (giving 10% of your income), offerings, and alms.
Tithing is a duty. Your tithe belongs to the Lord and it is holy. (Mark 12:17, Leviticus 27:30, Matthew 23:23)
All tithes are to be brought into the storehouse -- the church where you attend. (Malachi 3:10)
An offering is a gift above and beyond the call of duty. (Luke 21:3-4)
"Alms" are money or goods given to the poor. (Luke 11:41, Luke 12:33, Acts 10:2, Acts 10:4, Acts 10:31)
Includes good stewardship.
It is every believer's responsibility to wisely and faithfully manage all his or her resources. (Luke 12:42, Luke 16:1-13, James 1:17)
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While we have provided an online giving option as a resource for those who prefer to manage their finances electronically, we urge those choosing to give via the Internet to take advantage of the payment options provided by PayPal®, including: debit card, e-check, and electronic funds transfer (EFT) directly from your bank account. Please do not choose to go into debt in order to give. It is important to us that we support your being a good steward of the finances with which God has entrusted you. We would prefer that ou refrain from using credit cards.
If you choose to make a donation, click the button below and you will be given the opportunity to target where your funds will go. After clicking the button below, you will see a new screen that will provide you with a number of options. Near the bottom of the page you will see a text box with the heading, "Use My Donation." Please type in one of the following: where it's needed most, tithes/offerings, building fund.
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