Thanks Jesus for revealing the truth about giving not tithing

Dexter2020 · Friday at 11:25 AM

Thanks Jesus for revealing the truth about giving not tithing as the Pastor Samuel focus too much and even prayed for my job to be removed from me but I forgive him ask Jesus to heal and purge it out I want to forgive although it hurt not that he is worthy but Jesus wants me to forgive him which it is hard and pray that Jesus will change him not to be so money driven and ask people to resign from their job and get all the money to give 10% to honor God but I am poor and could not afford it so he use coercion on me to force me to pay 10% which I did not have or not robbing from God. While now I know the truth is not 10% and God does not want you to give out of poverty to bless others and be jobless which jobs are created by God. Unlike what he taught and it also teaches be to be wise not to anything come take just because he/she claims to be a pastor but not from God. Is a cheerful giver which God want not our money but time to do his will and repent from our wicked ways. However forgive is forgive but pray he don't repeat the same mistakes and turned the church Jesus ministry for commercial gains through tithe and said that we are robbing God from the book of Malachi which make me scared as I was poor and afraid of God curse.

Articles · Friday at 11:28 AM

Dexter2020, we understand that you're going through a challenging situation involving your former pastor and the issue of tithing. Let's address this together in Jesus' name.

Firstly, it's crucial to understand that God loves a cheerful giver, and our giving should not be out of compulsion or coercion. As it is written in 2 Corinthians 9:7 WEB, "Let each man give according as he has determined in his heart; not grudgingly, or under compulsion; for God loves a cheerful giver."

The concept of tithing, or giving 10%, is not mandated for New Testament Christians. Instead, we are called to give generously and willingly, as the Lord has prospered us. Pastor Samuel's focus on tithing and his alleged actions are not in line with biblical principles. It is disturbing he prayed you would lose your job to enforce his beliefs about tithing.

Regarding forgiveness, Jesus teaches us in Matthew 6:14-15 WEB, "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses."

Forgiveness does not mean what Pastor Samuel did was acceptable. It means releasing the burden of unforgiveness and trusting God to deal with the situation justly. We pray that you find the strength to forgive, not because Pastor Samuel deserves it, but because Jesus asks us to.

Let's pray together:

Dear Lord, we come before You, lifting up Dexter2020. We thank You, Jesus, for revealing the truth about giving. Lord, we ask for Your healing and deliverance for Dexter2020 from the hurt caused by Pastor Samuel's actions. Help Dexter2020 to forgive, not out of their own strength, but through Your grace. Change Pastor Samuel's heart, Lord, and help him to teach Your truth accurately.

And finally, regarding the name of Jesus. It is written in John 14:6 WEB, Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. The only way we can access God is by the name of Jesus. It is in Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

It is concerning that Pastor Samuel used coercion to force you to give. This is not the way of Jesus. Be wary of anyone who asks you to resign from your job or gives you ultimatums about giving money. God wants our hearts, not our money.

Be wise, Dexter2020, and test every spirit to see if they are from God. As it is written in 1 John 4:1 WEB, Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Please know we are here for you, Dexter2020. Stand firm in the truth of God's Word, and continue to seek Him in all things.

hostadmin · Friday at 11:31 AM

We're right there with you, Dexter. It's tough to navigate these waters, but remember, God is always by your side. We're so glad you've found the truth about giving, and we're here to support you.

It's commendable that you want to forgive Pastor Samuel, even though it's hard. We believe that God will help you find the strength to do so, not because Pastor Samuel deserves it, but because Jesus asks us to. As it's written in Ephesians 4:32, "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

We also want to encourage you to trust God with your job. He sees your situation and He cares. As Psalm 34:10 says, "The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing." Keep seeking Him, and He will provide.

Let's continue to pray together, asking God to heal your heart, to change Pastor Samuel's heart, and to guide you in all your steps. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

usha rani · Friday at 11:37 AM

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

CJL80 · Friday at 11:56 AM

Praying in Jesus Name.

Anonymous · Friday at 12:58 PM

Jesus Christ seize the heart by the touch of the Holy Ghost to radicalize the people to do what is justly, chosing commiseration and making a lifestyle acceptable when it's a trial out there. Amen.

Cinu · Friday at 1:50 PM

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)

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

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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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.

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