The 4 Types of Giving

Hi lovely brothers and sisters in Christ,

Here is a quick, helpful guideline for us in giving thanks to God through the financial blessing that He has entrusted us (by Rev. Dr. Daniel Hanafi):

1. Tithing (the most basic)
It teaches us about OBEDIENCE, which tests our FAITHFULNESS motive. The rewards: PROTECTION, BLESSINGS.

2. First Fruit (once per year)
It tests our THANKFULNESS motive. The reward: PRESERVED HARVEST.

3. Alms (giving money to other people)
It tests our COMPASSION motive. The reward: LENDS TO THE LORD

4. Sowing Seed (building fund)
It can be 30, 60, 100 times or more. As we sow the seed, we become the partner of God--building partnership with God. FAITH is the tested motive. The rewards: MULTIPLICATION, MIRACLES HAPPEN

Above all, we have to have the right heart. Not chasing after the blessings/rewards, yet the Blessor is whom we seek for :)

Happy giving, everyone.

God bless!