The number one reason to do a Tithe Challenge is to grow the people in your church. The Tithe Challenge is really about discipleship. Perhaps the most profound equation I’ve ever heard regarding stewardship in a local church is that stewardship equals discipleship. I first heard Randy Alcorn say it. but since then I’ve heard others mention this concept — it … Read More
Why Should Your Church do a Tithe Challenge?
I think this is a worthy question, “Why do a tithe challenge?” I could give you a list of probably 20 reasons, but here are my top five reasons: 1) It grows the people in your church. It disciples the people in your church. It grows them closer to God. It grows them more like Christ. The tithe challenge, even though … Read More
What is a Tithe Challenge?
Early on as pastor at The Journey in New York City, I tackled a message series on stewardship. During the second message, we decided to hit hard on the importance of bringing the full tithe to God. I just shot right to the heart of the issue and let everyone know they should be tithing– this was our first tithe … Read More