In Tithes, Offerings and First Fruits the author looks at the practice of giving in the kingdom of God and at the many forms that are mentioned in the Bible.This exploration will add to a Christian understanding of righteous stewardship and clarify much of the confusion and debate within the contemporary church.A major contribution of the book is Mensa Otabil's thoroughly researched and deeply scriptural explanation of tithing, and whether its application in the Old Testament remains relevant and important for New Testament believers.The book addresses some of the most instructive instances of giving, from Genesis through the New Testament, gleaning lessons about why various figures in the Bible gave, how they presented their offering, and how God responded to their gesture.

The mystery of first fruit offering unveils the secrets of uncommon prosperity. This book contains a revelation which will move you from the valley of poverty to the mountain top of prosperity. The thrust of this book is this: There is something unique and explosive about first fruit offering, practical obedience in this direction will open the door of breakthroughs wide and God will bombard you with the type of wealth which will make you to live in abundance for the rest of your life. This book will challenge you to join the company of people who are connected to the source of unlimited wealth through uncommon obedience. First fruit offering is your key to dominion prosperity. It will make you discover what it takes to experience the baptism of wealth. Powerfully presented, illustrated in a compelling manner and offered in a digestible form, the mystery of first fruit offering is your guide to prosperity.

Following a thorough examination of every biblical text on tithing, Dr. Kelly concludes that the church would be best served spiritually by believing and applying better New Testament principles of giving. After discussing sound biblical reasons for Christians to replace tithing, he presents God's better principles of grace. Doctrines such as the New Testament concept of law and covenant and the priesthood of believers are presented as they affect tithing. Following several chapters which discuss disputed texts relating to pastoral support, this book traces the early development of church support as found in the Church Fathers before Nicea. This book leaves no question or objection about tithing unanswered. It is a "must read" for any serious Bible student. There is a wealth of other doctrinal insights to be gained as one goes through the Bible in search of the truth about tithing.

The Prophet Ezekiel will have lived in vain if God's true Church doesn't proclaim his message today! The book of Ezekiel is clearly an end-time message. It reveals specific prophetic events that are happening right now in the United States, Britain and many other English-speaking nations. Ezekiel also reveals that these nations are headed for the worst crisis ever known. But it is all a part of God's master plan to usher in the wonderful Kingdom of God. Herbert W. Armstrong taught the prophecies of Ezekiel in a general way for many years. But now, for the first time, they are fully revealed to you through this exciting booklet. In this booklet: • Knowing the God of Ezekiel • A Change in Commission • The Ezekiel Watchman • Terrorism and Race Riots • Lucifer's Rebellion • "Begin at My Sanctuary" • "A Stormy Wind" • The Marriage Covenant • How Near to the End? • Ezekiel's Call for Urgency This ebook is offered completely free of charge by the Philadelphia Church of God. However, please not that Google Play will need a verified Google Wallet account which requires your credit card information. In a small number of countries, a temporary authorization of $1 will be charged to your account but will be refunded. This refund can take up to 1 month to process.

Was the tithe just for Israel, or is it also applicable to Christians? Must a tithe go only to your local church, or can it be received by any Christian organization? Do we tithe on the net or the gross amount? Perspectives on Tithing presents in point-counterpoint format the most common views about how Christians are to give of their financial resources, addressing the myriad of questions that surround the complex issue. Ken Hemphill (Empowering Kingdom Growth) and Bobby Eklund (Eklund Stewardship Ministries) contribute "The Foundations of Giving" while the book's editor, David A. Croteau (Liberty University), writes "The Post-Tithing View: Giving in the New Covenant." A chapter by Reggie Kidd (Reformed Theological Seminary) is called "Tithing in the New Covenant? 'Yes' as Principle, 'No' as Casuistry." Finally, Gary North (Institute for Christian Economics) looks directly at "The Covenantal Tithe," and Scott Preissler (Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary) provides the epilogue.

Michael and Mitchell Webb look at the practice of tithing as practiced in many churches and contend that this traditional practice actually hinders true Christian responsibility, especially to the poor and needy.

Everyone struggles with worry. You may be wrestling with everyday fears about your relationships or your finances. Or perhaps you're dealing with a life-and-death decision or paralyzing emotions. Regardless of the reasons for your worries, or the degree to which you feel them, God cares. He wants you to live a life of peace and hope. He wants to give you freedom. This book will explain and apply 100 key verses from God's Word to help you overcome your worries and anxieties. The list includes Scriptures across the entire Bible, carefully selected for their significance and helpfulness to the Christian life. Each of the 100 entries will contain · the Bible verse · a brief explanation of the verse's context in Scripture · commentary on the verse's meaning · an application for the reader Don't be enslaved to your worries and anxieties, but instead dig into God's promises, provision, and wise counsel. And most of all, discover the peace and comfort that comes with understanding that he loves you more than you'll ever know.

Learn How To Make YourGiving Work!Are you a giver but you're not receiving much of a return? Honoring God with your giving keeps youunder the open windows of Heaven so you can be the blessing God created you to be. If your giving isn't working that way in your life, you are about to be set free!Join Jesse as he guides you through the Scriptures and teaches the four types of giving God intended to function in your life. Get ready to gain revelation knowledge and understanding as you learn how tomake your giving work in any economic climate.

GENUINE AND WHOLESOME SPIRITUALITY This is the goal of all Christian living. It sounds so simple, doesn't it? Perhaps the principle may be, but living by the principle is another matter altogether. In Balancing the Christian Life, Charles Ryrie reminds you that 'the Bible must be the guide and test for all our experiences in the spiritual life ...and if any experience fails to pass that test, it must be discarded.' He warns that 'an unbalanced application of the doctrines related to spirituality will result in an unbalanced Christian life.' Ryrie examines numerous key issues of spirituality, including The old and the new life Sanctification Using your gifts Routine faithfulness Wiles of the Devil Temptation Confessing and forgiving For more than 25 years, Balancing the Christian Life has been changing lives worldwide. Take time to read this classic study--and allow it to change yours.

As we operate in the law, order, and principles of God’s Word, we position ourselves to experience His best. In Malachi 3:10, God says, “and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.” Giving “tithes and offerings” is serious business, and I believe this is not only a practice for the Old Testament, but for the New Testament, as well as for today. We honor God when He is first place in our life. Sowing “tithes and offerings” is especially honorable when it is given from our first fruits and not our last fruits. Proverbs 3:9, says, “Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the first fruits of all thine increase:” In 1 Corinthians 14:40, it states, “Let all things be done decently and in order.” This lets us know that there is “order” expected even in our giving. In this book, I address whether “tithes and offerings” is a practice that should be honored today, and if so, what is the order according to God’s Word. I also discuss what I have learned through my life experiences, that has proven to me, obedience to God’s Word is far better than sacrifice. (1 Samuel 15:22)