Emphasis Preaching Journal

Matt and Keri shared with the congregation their experience with tithing, giving 10% of their income to church. Keri told how tithing forced them to think about the use of money and how all they received has been entrusted to them by God. Tithing made them spend money more wisely, with less waste and fewer impulsive purchases. They viewed each dollar as having a mission. Further she shared that tithing had broken the sense of panic, worry, desperation, and fear that had driven many of their financial decisions in the past.