Ten Principles of Christian Giving

I wanted to share this article I found by John R.W. Stott titled "Ten Principles of Christian Giving." It focuses on what the Apostle Paul had to say about giving in 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 and lists the following 10 principles:

1. Christian giving is an expression of the grace of God (8:1-6).

2. Christian giving can be a charisma, that is a gift of the Spirit (8:7).

3. Christian giving is inspired by the cross of Christ (8:8, 9).

4. Christian giving is proportionate giving (8:10-12).

5. Christian giving contributes to equality (8:13-15).

6. Christian giving must be carefully supervised (8:16-24).

7. Christian giving can be stimulated by a little friendly competition (9:1-5).

8. Christian giving resembles a harvest (9:6-11a).

9. Christian giving has symbolic significance.

10. Christian giving promotes thanksgiving to God (9:11b-15).

Just an overall great article from a biblical scholar. Good reading if you're interested in what the Bible says about giving.

For more on the Bible and Money, see these posts from Free Money Finance:

• Five Biblical Principles about Borrowing and Debt
• The Proper Perspective
• The 21st Century Tithe
• Questions about Tithing
• Biblical Saving
• Biblical Investing
• Stewardship Budgeting
• The Tithe is for Today
• Giving Away Part of Your Life
• The Gift is Acceptable According to What One Has
• Be Faithful with a Little if You Want More
• Tithe versus Offerings, What's the Right View?
• The Poor in Proverbs

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[SingleMom]

I really enjoy reading your Sunday posts.