When pastors teach people how to obey the biblical commands about money, they are not self-serving; they are mission-serving.
According to a 2022 study from Lifeway Research, a majority of those who regularly attend church believe tithing is biblical. Although statistics show a decline in the past five years (77% in 2022 compared to 83% in 2018), an overwhelming number of men and women sitting in our churches each week know the Bible teaches generosity. However, this research includes an interesting reality check. While more than 3 in 4 believe the Bible teaches tithing, only about half (51%) give 10% or more.
As we reflect on these statistics, two points of application jump out.
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