This document discusses tithing and giving, comparing verses from 2 Corinthians and Malachi about providing resources and harvesting generosity. It also includes quotes about fearing God through trust and respect, not out of obligation, and how tithing should not be seen as conquering the problem of money. The document cautions that tithing should come from generosity, not duty or fear of consequences.

1. Tipping
vs.
Giving

2. For God is the one who provides seed for the
farmer and then bread to eat. In the same way, he
will provide and increase your resources and then
produce a great harvest of generosity in you.
- 2 Corinthians 9:10

3. Fear of God
(and not the good kind)

4. Fear of God
(and not the good kind)
“Fearing God means to trust him with a degree of
respect and honor.”
- Steve Sommerlot

5. Fear of God
(and not the good kind)
You have cheated me of the tithes and offerings due
to me. You are under a curse, for your whole nation
has been cheating me.
- Malachi 3:8-9