Short Exhortation About Giving Tithes And Offering

Hey, friend. Grab your coffee—or tea, I don’t judge. Let’s talk about something that makes a lot of us squirm: tithing and offerings. Yeah, I know. Your wallet just flinched.

But hear me out. This isn’t a guilt trip. It’s more like a gentle nudge wrapped in a wink. We’re just two people chatting, so let’s keep it real.

So, what’s the big deal about giving?

First off, let’s clear the air. Tithing isn’t about God needing your cash. He doesn’t. He literally owns the cattle on a thousand hills. Your ten bucks isn’t making Him rich.

It’s about you. It’s about loosening your grip on that stuff you call “mine.” Because, spoiler alert: none of it is.

Think of it like this. You’re holding a fistful of sand. The tighter you squeeze, the more it slips away. Giving is opening your hand and saying, “Hey, this is Yours anyway.” It’s weirdly freeing, I promise.

The “but I need it” trap

I hear you. I really do. “I’ve got bills. Rent. That avocado toast habit I can’t kick.” We’ve all been there—staring at a bank account, wondering if the numbers multiply if you squint hard enough.

Here’s the truth: God doesn’t need your money; He wants your heart. And your heart is way more attached to your wallet than you’d like to admit. It’s fine. We’re all a little bit of a Scrooge sometimes.

But have you ever noticed that giving first—before you pay for Netflix or that new gadget—actually works? It’s like a cosmic math problem that doesn’t add up. You give, and suddenly you have enough. Weird, right?

Let’s talk offerings on top of tithes

Okay, tithe is the baseline. The first ten percent. That’s the non-negotiable starter pack. But offering? That’s the spicy extra—the “Hey, I’m feeling generous today” move.

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Think of tithe as the rent you owe. Offering is the tip you leave because the service was amazing. And honestly? Your life gets way more interesting when you start giving beyond the minimum.

I’m not saying drop your entire paycheck in the basket (unless God told you to, then go for it). I’m saying try a little extra. Buy coffee for a stranger. Slip a twenty to a friend who’s struggling. Watch what happens. It’s like planting a seed that grows into a tree you can sit under later.

The joy is in the joke

Here’s a secret: giving is actually fun. It’s a game of “how much can I out-give my own fear?” My friend once said, “I can’t afford to tithe.” Then he did. And his car broke down that week. He panicked. But a neighbor he barely knew offered to fix it for free. Coincidence? I think not.

God has a sense of humor. He loves when we step out of our comfort zone, wallet in hand, looking nervous. And He often responds with a plot twist: a little extra cash shows up, a bill is lower than expected, or someone buys you lunch. It’s His way of winking.

So don’t give with a grimace. Give with a grin. Make it a game with God. “Alright, You promised to bless this. Let’s see what You do.” Spoiler: He shows up.

What if you’re broke?

Hey, if you literally have zero cents to your name, this isn’t a guilt trip. You might need to receive before you can give. And that’s okay. God isn’t angry at your empty bank account.

But if you have a little—a crumpled dollar, a loose nickel in the couch cushion—give that. It’s not the amount; it’s the heart attitude. The widow’s mite? She gave less than a penny, and Jesus said she gave the most. Because she gave everything she had.

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See? It’s not about the zeroes on your paycheck. It’s about the sacrifice. If giving doesn’t hurt just a little, you’re probably not doing it right.

Let’s be real about the church

I know, I know. Some churches can be weird about money. Televangelists with private jets. Guilt-trippy sermons. It’s gross. But don’t let the bad apples ruin the whole bushel. Your giving isn’t for a pastor’s vacation fund. It’s for the work: helping the poor, paying the electric bill, funding that kids’ camp where lives actually change.

If your church is shady, find a better one. Or give directly to a cause you trust. But don’t stop giving just because someone abused the system. That’s like refusing to drive because you once saw a bad driver. Silly, right?

So here’s your short exhortation

Give your tithe. That’s the foundation. Then throw in an offering when you can. Do it first, not last. Do it with a smile, not a scowl. And then watch God do His thing—because He’s really good at showing off when you trust Him with your cash.

It’s not a magic trick. It’s a relationship. You open your hand, He fills it. You give away, He multiplies. It’s the most backwards, illogical, wonderful system in the world. And it works.

So go ahead. Next time that offering plate comes around, don’t stare at it like it’s a venomous snake. Stick something in there. Be bold. And then, over coffee next week, tell me what happened. I bet you’ll have a story.

Alright, friend. Finish your coffee. Go give something. And remember: you can’t out-give God. But it’s fun to try.