Put Your Money Where Your Faith Is - Week 6

In Week 6 of the "You Got Game" series, the sermon titled Put Your Money Where Your Faith Is focuses on the biblical principle of tithing. Drawing from Malachi 3:8-9, this message emphasizes the importance of giving back to God through tithes and offerings, underscoring that all we have belongs to the Lord. Tithing is not about giving leftovers but returning the first fruits of what God has entrusted to us.

The Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-28 serves as a powerful illustration of how God expects us to steward His resources wisely. Just as the faithful servants were entrusted with wealth and rewarded for their diligence, we are called to faithfully manage what God has placed in our hands.

This sermon clarifies common misconceptions about tithing, explaining that tithing is 10% of our income—holy and set apart for the Lord, as stated in Leviticus 27:30. It is not sporadic giving, nor is it about supporting missions or other charitable causes outside of the church; it is a dedicated portion brought to God's house to support the work of the gospel.

The challenge comes from Malachi 3:8-10, where God invites us to "test Him" and trust Him with our finances. Tithing builds both our faith and God’s trust in us. The leaders of Innovation Church are so committed to this principle that they offer a money-back guarantee for those who tithe faithfully for three months. Will you take the challenge?