The Bishop’s Mind: Christian Wisdom, Daily Devotionals & Empowering Messages for Kingdom Living

  The Benefits and Blessings of Tithing "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint, dill, and cumin and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others." – Matthew 23:23    Tithing is a powerful spiritual principle that reflects both obedience and trust in God. Having practiced tithing for over 45 years, I have personally experienced the faithfulness and provision of God. Tithing is not limited by income level or circumstance, it is available to everyone because it is based on a percentage, not an amount. Whether it is a little or much, a tenth belongs to God.    Firstly, tithing creates equality among believers . Everyone gives the same percentage a tenth regardless of their financial status. This keeps us humble and unified, removing comparison and competition. No one gives more or less in God’s eyes; we all participate equall...

The Prayer Tool of Giving and Stewardship time, talents, and treasure Everything and everyone belongs to God. Stewardship is the understanding that because God has total ownership of everything, you must carefully handle the resources He has entrusted to you. You must be a good manager (steward) of these resources. Being a good steward of your time, talents, and treasure (money) means tithing them. Tithing is recognizing and appreciating God as your Source. Jesus, our Wayshower, confirmed the idea of paying tithes with the right motives (Matthew 23:23). Tithe, in its most basic definition, means one-tenth, giving 10% of your time, talents, and treasure. You tithe your time by investing two hours and twenty-five minutes in prayer, your Spiritual Toolbox. You tithe your talents by volunteering in ministry and doing pro bono work. You tithe your treasure by giving cheerfully, freely, and liberally to the local assembly or ministry where you connect wit...