In this series, we’re discussing five phases many leaders experience on their journey to becoming generous. The third phase is the “Compulsory” giver.
Early on in our spiritual journey, Kathy and I were “transactional” givers. We gave 2-3% of our income to the church based on what we felt we received in entertainment.
Then God revealed to me His Old Testament commands on tithing. When I realized we were robbing God, I told Kathy that the Bible required that we give at least 10% of income to the church.
At the same time, Kathy was leaving her full-time nursing position. It was a scary step of faith, but God was faithful.
Deuteronomy 14:22 says, “Be sure to set aside a tenth of all that your fields produce each year.”
