Treasure

Starting a new series tomorrow on the Treaure Principle, a book I read several years ago that convinced me to be more intentional/serious about the giving of my finances. Having been a tither for many years, I had taken that for granted. But when I read this book it drew me back to the reason that we tithe -- that God is generous and has given us new life...that we are really stewards of this life and everything that comes into our hands is to be used for His glory and to extend His kingdom.

I recently read an article by Rich Nathan, Vineyard Columbus senior pastor, which stated this very clearly. He also included that we are to be stewards of our bodies as well -- to be careful of what we eat and that we are to exercise!

Back to giving -- I'm praying that our church family doesn't see this as heavy handed and arm twisting BUT instead listens to the Holy Spirit and allows Him to convince them (me included!) that giving and being God's steward is more beneficial than if we were to hold onto for ourselves. Our church family is extremely generous in that we've just committed to opening a food pantry in February and over $8,000 has been given so far towards it.

I see that as seed money that God wants to nurture and water and grow in our hearts the spirit of generosity so much that it spills out wherever we go. That's what I'm praying for myself and the church -- will you join with me?

God's best to you!