Biblical principles of generosity
December 10, 2019
I’m Miriam Neff-with STARTING OVER FINANCIALLY, and I’m Valerie Neff Hogan, and we’re here to talk about money
M We’ve been asked what are basic principles of biblical giving. Here is one foundational fact. Biblical instruction is always the best place to start.
V I Corinthians 16: 2 tells us ‘On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with your income.’ First principle: giving is based on our income. Giving is not based on what’s left over after we spend on what we like. Giving is intentional reflecting our heart. Often Scripture refers to the tithe, 10 % of our income.
M Folks can debate the 10% but that misses the point. Determine what matters, set it aside reserved for Kingdom purposes only.