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How Do We Balance Financial Responsibility with the Scriptural Imperative to Give Sacrificially?

March 11, 2010

There are two sides to the issue of savings. Scripture tells us that the wise man anticipates future needs, while the foolish man spends and consumes all his resources with no thought for the future.

Should We Tithe on the Gross or the Net?

March 11, 2010

When asked “should we tithe on the gross or the net?” it’s appropriate to ask “What do we want to be blessed on, the gross or the net?”

Shouldn’t a Person Give Not Just 10%, but as Much or as Little as the Lord Calls Them to Give?

March 11, 2010

My stated belief on the tithe is that it is the training wheels of giving, merely a beginning point. As to whether it applies to Christians, the question is whether New Testament grace lowers the standards of giving or raises it.

Should the Local Church Receive Peoples’ Tithes Before Other Worthy Needs?

March 11, 2010

To say that churches should receive the firstfruits does NOT mean they should keep them. They should set the example for their people by giving more to missions and the poor than they keep.

Resources for Teaching Middle School and High School Students about Money

March 8, 2010

Resources for Teaching Middle School Students about Money, as well as High school small group curriculum titled “What’s God Got to Do with It?”

Scriptures To Consider in Preparing for the Future

March 8, 2010

Scripture to consider in preparing for the future, compiled by Randy Alcorn.

Can Money, Possessions and Eternity Be Used as the Basis for a College Course?

March 5, 2010

This letter from a reader demonstrates how God can use Money, Possessions and Eternity to teach college students about money and giving.

Can We Really Earn Eternal Rewards?

March 5, 2010

I did use the word “earn” in a few places in my books Money, Possessions and Eternity and In Light of Eternity. But in its context in both books I used “earn” in the sense of a Christ-empowered obedience resulting in God graciously granting us the rewards he promises.

The Visitor

March 2, 2010

Ruth looked at the envelope again. There was no stamp, no postmark, only her name and address. She read the letter one more time...

Randy Alcorn Talks About Living with an Eternal Perspective in Difficult Economic Times

February 26, 2010

Randy Alcorn, along with others, talks about giving during difficult economic times on the Coral Ridge Hour.