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Subject: Tithes

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Osprey

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Date Posted: 15:33:18 04/13/02 Sat

Coming from the peace corps, only recently have I had a substancial income from which to give from. I relate to Dan with the way I sometimes groan seeing so much money go to the church when I still have school loans, mortgage, etc. The money is given in faith, but almost a grudging faith. And so I find myself giving for no other reason than a stubborn determination to conform to what I know is obedient rather than from any real confidence and joy. I suspect God knows exactly where I am at and will work with me on it.

T.

P.S. I liked Dan's idea of stuffing away tithes in an account to be used later if you are not committed to a church at the time. Or what about a favorite Christian organization... Surely a tithe could legitimately be sent there when no home church is available?

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Dan
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Date Posted: 20:28:00 04/14/02 Sun

In response to Tim and an addendum to my last posting:

Just today a particular ministry opportunity was presented at our church. Both Myndi and I got excited and wanted to contribute. Having already tithed to our church for the month and paid support for the children we sponsor through Compassion International(which we consider tithe) that would have been difficult with our rescources.

This is the beauty of the "God account", the funds were already set aside and we could experience the joy of giving when a need was presented.

Is a christian organization eligible for tithe money? In my opinion the spirit of the law when in comes to tithing is very simple. Any group, person, organization or establishment that is primarily focused on the advancement of the Kingdom and Gospel of Chist is OK. This is why Myndi and I feel comfortable using some of our tithe money to support a Christian organization like Compassion International. Best advise I can offer is to do your research on any organization and to pray for wisdom and discernment before giving.

chunk-wolfgang von lichendenstien or Dan

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