A little boy was sitting in church one day when the offering plate passed by. He didn’t have any money, so he tore off a piece of the sermon note page and wrote, “I give myself.” I’m not sure how much was given in cash and checks that day, but that little boy gave the best offering.
Paul wrote about the Macedonians and told us they first gave themselves. What an example. If the church of the 21st century would give of itself and its substance, we might be able to make a dent in this world. The Muslims are able to build more and do more because all Muslims are committed to giving 2.5% more than the church of the living Lord is giving, with members who are supposed to have tithing as the base of giving. In our efforts to live in a capitalistic culture, the first thing we cut out is God’s church, the Bride of Christ. While we wear designer clothes, the Bride is expected to be prepared for the Bridegroom wearing rags. Continue reading “Giving Living”
