God is the source of all blessings, temporal and spiritual; all that we have and are we owe to Him. Christians have a spiritual debtor-ship to the whole world, a holy trusteeship in the gospel, and a binding stewardship in their possessions. They are therefore under obligation to serve Him with their time, talents, and material possessions; and should recognize all these as entrusted to them to use for the glory of God and for helping others.

“Giving is a joyful surrender to a greater person and a greater agenda. It dethrones me and exalts Him. “

The Treasure Principle – Randy Alcorn

According to the Scriptures, Christians should contribute of their means cheerfully, regularly, systematically, proportionately, and liberally for the advancement of the Redeemer’s cause on earth.

Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. "Test me in this," says the LORD Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it."   

Mal. 3:10

Gen. 14:10, Lev. 27:30-32, Mal. 3:8-12, Matt. 6:1-4, Luke 12:16-21, Rom. 21:1-2, Phil 4:10-19

Content adapted from the The 2000 Baptist Faith and Message, Article XVIII , Southern Baptist Convention.