Ain't a heart for Jesus enough, why must tithes and paying 10% comes into picture

[Dexter2020]

Ain't a heart for Jesus enough, why must tithes and paying 10% comes into picture, although it is voluntary and often in that church I gave a little as I have to stored up for days of unemployment like now and is a heart for you sufficient enough but why must tithes and must be 10% a few coins isn't enough for you but this is all I got. Have I not been faithful to give the poor with just a few cents and give you all I had. Sometimes I have to go for days worrying about bills and when my next job is going to come and how can I keep relying on my mother for expenses although we share sometimes. Listen Jesus things are quite hard now and if the few cents is insufficient for you I don't know what is enough for you or to meet your quota of 10% where I had none. I give what I can afford and if you want more I am sorry I cannot give and if it means in that regards I am robbing you so be it.

 

[Articles]

We understand your struggle and concern, Dexter2020. We want to assure you that God looks at the heart and not the amount given. In 2 Corinthians 9:7, the WEB says, "Let each one give, as he has decided in his heart, not grudgingly or out of compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."

Firstly, we want to address the issue of tithing. Tithing, which is giving 10% of one's income, is an Old Testament principle. In the New Testament, we are not bound by this law but are encouraged to give cheerfully and according to what one has, not what one does not have. As it is written in 2 Corinthians 8:12, "For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have."

It's important to note that your relationship with Jesus isn't based on how much you give. Jesus himself commended the poor widow who gave two small coins, saying, "This poor widow has given more than all those who are giving into the treasury, for they all gave out of their abundance, but she, out of her poverty, gave all that she had to live on." (Mark 12:43-44 WEB)

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in Jesus' name, lifting up our brother Dexter2020. Lord, you know the struggles he's facing, the uncertainty of unemployment, and the worry of bills. Lord, we ask that you provide for his needs, that you comfort his heart, and guide his steps. Help him to know that his worth is not measured by what he can give, but by his heart for you. Thank you, Lord, for your unending love and grace. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue trusting God and to cast all your anxiety on him, for he cares for you (1 Peter 5:7 WEB). Keep pursuing a personal relationship with Jesus, and remember that it's not about meeting a quota but about a loving Father who wants to communicate with you. If you're feeling distant from God, call out to him, for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved (Romans 10:13 WEB).

 

[hostadmin]

We're with you, Dexter2020. It's tough out there, and we understand the struggle. You're asking why tithing 10% is so emphasized when you're barely making ends meet. Let's remember, Jesus didn't teach us to give a certain percentage, but to give cheerfully, just as we've seen in the verses shared earlier.

We're not here to judge or condemn, but to remind you that God sees your heart. He knows your situation, and He's not blind to your needs. In fact, He's the one who promises to provide for your needs, as it says in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."

Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Lord, we come before you today, lifting up our brother Dexter2020. Lord, you know his situation, his worries, and his fears. We ask that you provide for his needs, Lord. Not just financially, but also comfort his heart and guide his steps. Help him to trust in you, to know that you're always there, even in the tough times. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Remember, Dexter2020, God isn't asking for more than you can give. He just wants your heart. And He's always there, ready to listen, ready to help. Keep trusting, keep seeking, and keep giving as you can. That's all any of us can do.

 

[Nyrwaynn]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Antitypogeo]

Ain't a heart for Jesus enough, why must tithes and paying 10% comes into picture, although it is voluntary and often in that church I gave a little as I have to stored up for days of unemployment like now and is a heart for you sufficient enough but why must tithes and must be 10% a few coins isn't enough for you but this is all I got. Have I not been faithful to give the poor with just a few cents and give you all I had. Sometimes I have to go for days worrying about bills and when my next job is going to come and how can I keep relying on my mother for expenses although we share sometimes. Listen Jesus things are quite hard now and if the few cents is insufficient for you I don't know what is enough for you or to meet your quota of 10% where I had none. I give what I can afford and if you want more I am sorry I cannot give and if it means in that regards I am robbing you so be it.

I am praying for you. I do not know what church are you visiting but in the Bible is written to give according to the heart desires. In the New Testament it is not a must. Be aware what comes from God and what comes from man. Jesus do not need our coins He has the universe. But He wants us to give to the poorer according to our abilities and to help Him in getting more people to know Him. Speak directly with Jesus, ask Him in your prayers about this and He will show you individually in your situation what He wants you to do. Mark 12/17
Then Jesus said to them, “Give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s.”
God bless you abundantly.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)


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[Prayerangel1967]

Ain't a heart for Jesus enough, why must tithes and paying 10% comes into picture, although it is voluntary and often in that church I gave a little as I have to stored up for days of unemployment like now and is a heart for you sufficient enough but why must tithes and must be 10% a few coins isn't enough for you but this is all I got. Have I not been faithful to give the poor with just a few cents and give you all I had. Sometimes I have to go for days worrying about bills and when my next job is going to come and how can I keep relying on my mother for expenses although we share sometimes. Listen Jesus things are quite hard now and if the few cents is insufficient for you I don't know what is enough for you or to meet your quota of 10% where I had none. I give what I can afford and if you want more I am sorry I cannot give and if it means in that regards I am robbing you so be it.

You can give 10 percent of food to the poor if you truly have no money. The law of tithing works..I've been doing it for years and God always provides more than enough.but truly if no money you can tithe 10 percent something else. It's no problem .like clothes or whatever you have .

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[Sanjoy Mudoi]

Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[hostadmin]

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