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tithe
Administration
Why People Do Give to Their Church… and Why They Don’t
The commands to give are clear and unambiguous. Obedience in the Christ life is always about the heart. It’s wanting to find out what God wants, and then wanting to do it. It’s the wonderful dynamic of having Him as both Forgiver and Leader.
Articles for Pastors
Top 10 Reasons People Don’t Tithe
"Throughout my 35 years of ministry, I’ve seen 10 common reasons that church people give for not tithing."
Christian News
Southern Baptists at Lowest Numbers Since 1987, But Giving Is Up
The Southern Baptist Convention is at its lowest membership number since 1987. There is a silver lining, though: Those who have stayed are still tithing.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
Tithe: Four Spheres That Need Your Financial Gifts
These New Testament passages illustrate giving to four groups to advance the gospel—the local church, family, the poor and missions.
Articles for Pastors
What Does the Bible Say About Giving?
For most, giving is an afterthought. It’s what takes place after all of the needs and wants are taken care of. But in the Bible, giving is a priority.
Podcast
Dean Sweetman and Frank Barry: What Pastors Need to Know About Year-End Giving
Dean Sweetman and Frank Barry with Tithe.ly discuss what pastors and ministry leaders need to know about year-end giving. The reality is that December is an excellent time to talk about giving, even more so than you may realize.
Christian News
Study: The Psychological Effects of the Prosperity Gospel
Researchers at the University of Toronto used clips of Joel Osteen's preaching to study the effects prosperity gospel preachers have on people's thoughts and behaviors. Their findings are concerning.
Articles for Pastors
One Simple Step to Create a Year End Giving Bump in Your Church
This simple practice could dramatically increase the year end giving at your church.