Should I Leave a Church that Teaches Tithing?
Deciding whether or not to leave a church because of tithes can be challenging for a believer. Tithing is an important part of many Christian churches. There is nothing wrong with questioning the mandatory doctrine of paying 10% of your income. Ultimately, leaving a pro-tithing church is up to you and your relationship with God. […]
Misquoting Jesus for That Mighty Dollar
Jesus spoke of living life more abundantly (John 10:10). He promised believers a new and better way of life. Many Prosperity Gospel preachers have used the words of Jesus to justify their doctrine of greed and materialism. However, the abundant life extends beyond the realm of money and possessions. False teachers know that many folks […]
The Prosperity Gospel – When Paying Tithes Goes Wrong
The Prosperity Gospel exposed. Paying tithes leaves many Christians broke, busted, and disgusted. They pay tithes hoping for blessings and miraculous breakthroughs. But what they discover is that tithing and prosperity don’t go hand-in-hand. One young lady, a former member of Creflo Dollar’s church, World Changers Church International (WCCI), found that out the hard way. […]
What’s the Difference Between Offerings and Free-Will Giving?
Offerings and free-will giving differ in the motivation behind the giving. An offering is a donation given out of obedience to Biblical principles, usually as part of a church’s weekly service. On the other hand, free-will giving happens without an underlying expectation of reward. You give back simply out of kindness. No matter what form […]
3 Powerful Prosperity Principles for Your Life – Part 2(a)
We have biblical keys to prosperity. 2 Chronicles 31:21 addresses three principles for living a prosperous life: seeking God, obeying God, and serving God. Seeking God means pursuing His will through prayer and studying of Scripture. Obeying God means living according to His ways. Finally, the Bible tells us to serve only the Most High. […]
The Myth of the Monetary Tithe – Part 1
There’s a common misconception that the tithe is money. Many preachers teach that the tithe is a fixed percentage of your monthly income. But this is not biblical tithing. God never intended for Christians to tithe with money! Below, I provide an accurate description of the Lord’s tithe. Why the Monetary Tithe Is a Myth […]