As I reflect on the journey of financial giving in my life and the lives of fellow believers, one of the most poignant lessons I've learned is about the nature of tithing and generosity. Often, Christians grapple with the question: Should we tithe exactly 10% of our income? While the concept of tithing—a practice deeply rooted in Old Testament theology—is vital, it's equally important to grasp that God cares more about the posture of our hearts than the exact percentage we give.

Looking back...

When I reflect on the concept of stewardship, I see it as one of the most transformative truths that reshaped my life after coming to faith. Transitioning from an atheist with a purely selfish worldview to a follower of Christ taught me that we are not the ultimate owners of our lives and possessions, but caretakers of the blessings God has entrusted to us.

In my pre-Christian days, my perspective was centered around accumulation and control. Like many, I viewed success through the lens of...

Delivering my first sermon was a milestone that arrived with a whirlwind of emotions, notably, anticipation and nerves. The process of preparing to speak before our congregation at Thrive Community Church was, to put it mildly, nerve-wracking. The anticipation often felt heavier than the actual delivery of the message. As the days drew closer, I found myself grappling with a mix of excitement and anxiety, questioning if I had prepared enough, if I had grasped the scriptures deeply enough, and...