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As we operate in the law, order, and principles of God's Word, we position ourselves to experience His best. In Malachi 3:10, God says, "and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." Giving "tithes and offerings" is serious business, and I believe this is not only a practice for the Old Testament, but for the New Testament, as well as for today.

We honor God when He is first place in our life. Sowing "tithes and offerings" is especially honorable when it is given from our first fruits and not our last fruits. Proverbs 3:9, says, "Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine " In 1 Corinthians 14:40, it states, "Let all things be done decently and in order." This lets us know that there is "order" expected even in our giving.

In this book, I address whether "tithes and offerings" is a practice that should be honored today, and if so, what is the order according to God's Word. I also discuss what I have learned through my life experiences, that has proven to me, obedience to God's Word is far better than sacrifice. (1 Samuel 15:22)

The Importance of Tithes and Offerings - by Jacqui D. Williams, is a 'Literary Titan's Book Award Winner!'

The following is an author interview with 'Literary

The Importance of Tithes and Offerings emphasizes financial obedience and the sincere conviction behind tithing as a Christian. Why was this an important book for you to write?

For as long as I can remember, this topic of tithes and offerings seems to always spark a question or becomes an issue. Do we have to? Didn’t tithing end back in the Old Testament? Doesn’t God prefer me to take care of my family before taking care of the church? All of these are good questions, and on a human level understandable, but are not biblical. God’s Word is the only source we stand on whenever we have questions or concerns. God is a Spirit, and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. (John 4:24) How we personally choose to honor God with our finances is up to the individual that I cannot nor anyone else can answer for you. Therefore, for either of us to debate our opinion against each other is useless. This is why I explain in my book that you must decide how you will personally choose to honor God.

Do we have to? If you have to ask why or struggle with the heart to do so; then keep your money. God is not begging for your money; God only wants your heart and He wants a heart that gives cheerfully and not grudgingly.

There may be some who think that tithing ended back in the Old Testament. The only part that ended was the law requirement to do so. Jesus says, in Matthew 5:17, that he did not come to destroy the law, but to fulfill it. Since we are under grace because of what Jesus Christ did for us on the cross, we now have the freedom to choose. You can choose to tithe or not to tithe, just like you have the choice to serve God or not to serve God. Remember, God does not want robots, He wants each person to freely choose Him with their heart and their money.

When it comes to taking care of your family versus the church? Here again, you cannot compare the two. Saying the church dismisses the true one you should have the focus on giving to and that is God. As I discuss in the book, God is fully aware of our responsibilities and when we take care of God’s house (the church) He will take care of our house. But if you already have the wrong focus in your giving you will not reap the benefit of the blessings. If we find the need to keep going back and forth disputing why we should not tithe or offer, it just further shows our reluctance to trust God with our finances. This reluctance also shows that we do not trust that He is more than able to take care of our family and us through the tough times. But I know, God is able!

Do you view writing as a spiritual practice?

For me it is my foundation, I always say, it is all God through His Holy Spirit whenever I write a book. Otherwise, I will not do it. When I receive a topic in my spirit to write about, I pray and seek the Lord to see if this is something I am hearing from the Holy Spirit or something that I just want to do. If it does not flow from God’s Holy Spirit to me, then it is clear it is not for me to do.

How much and what kind of research did you undertake in order to put your book together?

I would say it came from my experience from tithing and offering for over 30 years, as well as my personal relationship with God for over 50 years. I know nothing by myself, it all comes from spending time with God and by reading His Word daily. It is true what the Word says in John 14:26. The Holy Spirit will bring all things to your remembrance. This is all I need to achieve and complete whatever He directs me to do.

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