Collections should be done in a regular and orderly manner (1 Corinthians 16:1-3).At the same time, we should be frank unapologetic with nonChristian guests that giving is an important part of Christian living. We should also periodically publicly articulate key Dwell financial policies designed to decrease suspicion. When collections are taken with nonChristians present, we should make it clear that giving is an opportunity for Christians to thank and serve God, and that we do not want our guests to feel obligated in any way to give. NonChristians are often suspicious about collections because of the existence of so many religious charlatans and hucksters. ![]() Collections should be done with sensitivity to the non-Christian (2 Corinthians 2:17 2 Thessalonians 3:7-9 1 Corinthians 9:12).We would also hope that because grace produces a righteousness superior to that produced by law, giving under grace will also exceed giving mandated by law. However, it is not wrong to suggest ten per cent as a rule of thumb for what consistent and significant giving means. ![]() There is no evidence that it was prescribed for Christians. The tithe was a tax levied on Israelites which supported the Levites.
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