7 Is it not remarkable that Macedonia, poverty stricken, in the midst
of extreme affliction, deterred from contributing by Paul, entreats
for the privilege as a favor, while Corinth, undoubtedly far richer
and more able to contribute, needs their example and all the urging
and spurring which the apo... [ Continue Reading ]
5 God has no need. Gifts acceptable to Him must spring from a pure
motive is better not to give at all than to give with a heavy heart or
from an unworthy motive. Extortion, whether by appeals to pride,
competition, tithing, or anything except the voluntary, spontaneous
response to His grace, is not... [ Continue Reading ]