Is God First in My Life
Deuteronomy 14:23 (TLB)
"The purpose of tithing is to teach you always to put God first in your lives."
Tithing is more than just an act of giving; it is a powerful declaration of who is truly first in our lives. Deuteronomy 14:23 makes it clear that the purpose of tithing is to teach us to put God first. This act of obedience is not just about money; it is a spiritual discipline that aligns our hearts with God’s priorities. When we tithe, we’re acknowledging that God is the ultimate source of all we have, and we are choosing to honor Him by giving the first portion of what He has entrusted to us. This is not a matter of legalism, but of love and trust in God’s provision.
The principle of putting God first is woven throughout Scripture. In Matthew 6:33, Jesus tells us to seek first the Kingdom of God, and all these things will be added to us. Tithing is one of the most practical ways we can seek God first in our lives. It’s easy to say that God is our priority, but our actions reveal the truth. The first 10% we give demonstrates that God is not just another item on our to-do list but the first priority in everything we do. When we make tithing a priority, we align our hearts with God’s will and recognize that He is our Provider, and everything we have is a gift from Him.
There is a profound spiritual shift that happens when we tithe. It’s not just a financial transaction; it’s a heart transaction. By bringing our first fruits to God, we are continually reminded that He is the One who sustains us. This act of obedience refines our hearts, teaching us that our trust is not in our jobs, our abilities, or our bank accounts, but in God alone. Tithing is the tangible way we answer the question: Is God truly first in my life?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for being the ultimate provider in our lives. Help us to continually put You first in every area, especially in our finances. May our giving reflect our trust in You and our commitment to seek Your Kingdom above all else. Teach us to make You the first priority in all we do, and help us to honor You with our hearts and with our resources. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
"The purpose of tithing is to teach you always to put God first in your lives."
Tithing is more than just an act of giving; it is a powerful declaration of who is truly first in our lives. Deuteronomy 14:23 makes it clear that the purpose of tithing is to teach us to put God first. This act of obedience is not just about money; it is a spiritual discipline that aligns our hearts with God’s priorities. When we tithe, we’re acknowledging that God is the ultimate source of all we have, and we are choosing to honor Him by giving the first portion of what He has entrusted to us. This is not a matter of legalism, but of love and trust in God’s provision.
The principle of putting God first is woven throughout Scripture. In Matthew 6:33, Jesus tells us to seek first the Kingdom of God, and all these things will be added to us. Tithing is one of the most practical ways we can seek God first in our lives. It’s easy to say that God is our priority, but our actions reveal the truth. The first 10% we give demonstrates that God is not just another item on our to-do list but the first priority in everything we do. When we make tithing a priority, we align our hearts with God’s will and recognize that He is our Provider, and everything we have is a gift from Him.
There is a profound spiritual shift that happens when we tithe. It’s not just a financial transaction; it’s a heart transaction. By bringing our first fruits to God, we are continually reminded that He is the One who sustains us. This act of obedience refines our hearts, teaching us that our trust is not in our jobs, our abilities, or our bank accounts, but in God alone. Tithing is the tangible way we answer the question: Is God truly first in my life?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for being the ultimate provider in our lives. Help us to continually put You first in every area, especially in our finances. May our giving reflect our trust in You and our commitment to seek Your Kingdom above all else. Teach us to make You the first priority in all we do, and help us to honor You with our hearts and with our resources. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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