People's Church

Exodus 17:8-13 While the people of Israel were still at Rephidim, the warriors of Amalek

attacked them. 9 Moses commanded Joshua, “Choose some men to go out and fight the army of

Amalek for us. Tomorrow, I will stand at the top of the hill, holding the staff of God in my

hand.”10 So Joshua did what Moses had commanded and fought the army of Amalek.

Meanwhile, Moses, Aaron, and Hur climbed to the top of a nearby hill. 11 As long as Moses held

up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the

Amalekites gained the advantage. 12 Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold

them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of

Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. 13 As a result, Joshua

overwhelmed the army of Amalek in battle. (NLT)

1. Power in the Proper Perspective

Exodus 17:9 Moses commanded Joshua, “Choose some men to go out and fight the army of

Amalek for us. Tomorrow, I will stand at the top of the hill, holding the staff of God in my

hand.” (NLT)

2. Power in the Pursuit of God's Presence

Exodus 17:11 As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage.

But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. (NLT)

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope FILL you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the

power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. (ESV)

Luke 6:45 The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil

person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the ABUNDANCE of the heart his mouth

speaks. (ESV)

Psalm 23:5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head

with oil; MY CUP OVERFLOWS. (ESV)

3. Power in Partnership with God's People

Exodus 17:12-13 Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron

and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his

hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. 13 As a result, Joshua overwhelmed the army of

Amalek in battle. (NLT)

Exodus 17:8-13 While the people of Israel were still at Rephidim, the warriors of Amalek

attacked them. 9 Moses commanded Joshua, “Choose some men to go out and fight the army of

Amalek for us. Tomorrow, I will stand at the top of the hill, holding the staff of God in my

hand.”10 So Joshua did what Moses had commanded and fought the army of Amalek.

Meanwhile, Moses, Aaron, and Hur climbed to the top of a nearby hill. 11 As long as Moses held

up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the

Amalekites gained the advantage. 12 Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold

them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of

Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. 13 As a result, Joshua

overwhelmed the army of Amalek in battle. (NLT)

1. Power in the Proper Perspective

Exodus 17:9 Moses commanded Joshua, “Choose some men to go out and fight the army of

Amalek for us. Tomorrow, I will stand at the top of the hill, holding the staff of God in my

hand.” (NLT)

2. Power in the Pursuit of God's Presence

Exodus 17:11 As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage.

But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. (NLT)

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope FILL you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the

power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. (ESV)

Luke 6:45 The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil

person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the ABUNDANCE of the heart his mouth

speaks. (ESV)

Psalm 23:5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head

with oil; MY CUP OVERFLOWS. (ESV)

3. Power in Partnership with God's People

Exodus 17:12-13 Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron

and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his

hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. 13 As a result, Joshua overwhelmed the army of

Amalek in battle. (NLT)

Luke 2:8-11 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at

night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were

terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for

all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

(NIV)

Luke 2:8:11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

(NIV)

1. It brings great joy

Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great

joy for all the people. (NIV)

Psalm 16:11 You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at

your right hand are pleasures forevermore. (ESV)

2. A Savior was born

Luke 2:11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

(NIV)

Ephesians 2:1–5 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2  in which you used to

live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit

who is now at work in those who are disobedient. 3  All of us also lived among them at one time,

gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by

nature deserving of wrath. 4  But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5  made us

alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.

(NIV)

3. It’s for all people

Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy

for all the people. (NIV)

2 Corinthians 5:14–15 Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all,

we also believe that we have all died to our old life. 15  He died for everyone so that those who receive

his new life will no longer live for themselves. Instead, they will live for Christ, who died and was

raised for them. (NLT)

Luke 2:8-11 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at

night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were

terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for

all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

(NIV)

Luke 2:8:11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

(NIV)

1. It brings great joy

Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great

joy for all the people. (NIV)

Psalm 16:11 You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at

your right hand are pleasures forevermore. (ESV)

2. A Savior was born

Luke 2:11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

(NIV)

Ephesians 2:1–5 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2  in which you used to

live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit

who is now at work in those who are disobedient. 3  All of us also lived among them at one time,

gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by

nature deserving of wrath. 4  But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5  made us

alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.

(NIV)

3. It’s for all people

Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy

for all the people. (NIV)

2 Corinthians 5:14–15 Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all,

we also believe that we have all died to our old life. 15  He died for everyone so that those who receive

his new life will no longer live for themselves. Instead, they will live for Christ, who died and was

raised for them. (NLT)

Good God: I Will See The Goodness Of God

Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (NIV)

Psalm 27:13 I would have lost heart, unless I had believed That I would see the goodness of the Lord In the land of the living. (NKJV)

Psalm 27:13 I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. (NIV)

Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. (NIV)

1. I will see the goodness of God in spite of what I see

Psalm 27:2-3 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (NIV)

Psalm 27:5 For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent and set me high upon a rock. (NIV)

Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. (NIV)

2. I will see the goodness of God in spite of what I feel

Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? (NIV)

Psalm 27:3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (NIV)

Psalm 27:9 Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, God my Savior. (NIV)

3. I will see the goodness of God in spite of what you do

Psalm 27:2-3 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (NIV)

Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. (NIV)

Psalm 27:10 Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me. (NIV)

Psalm 27:12 Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, spouting malicious accusations. (NIV)

1 Samuel 24:4–6 The men said, “This is the day the Lord spoke of when he said to you, ‘I will give your enemy into your hands for you to deal with as you wish.’ ” Then David crept up unnoticed and cut off a corner of Saul’s robe. 5 Afterward, David was conscience-stricken for having cut off a corner of his robe. 6 He said to his men, “The Lord forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the Lord’s anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the Lord.” (NIV)

4. I will see the goodness of God because of my faith in God

Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? (NIV)

Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. (NIV)

Psalm 27:7 Hear my voice when I call, Lord; be merciful to me and answer me. (NIV)

Psalm 27:8 My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, Lord, I will seek. (NIV)

Psalm 27:11 Teach me your way, Lord; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors. (NIV

Psalm 27:14 Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. (NIV)

Good God: I Will See The Goodness Of God

Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (NIV)

Psalm 27:13 I would have lost heart, unless I had believed That I would see the goodness of the Lord In the land of the living. (NKJV)

Psalm 27:13 I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. (NIV)

Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. (NIV)

1. I will see the goodness of God in spite of what I see

Psalm 27:2-3 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (NIV)

Psalm 27:5 For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent and set me high upon a rock. (NIV)

Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. (NIV)

2. I will see the goodness of God in spite of what I feel

Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? (NIV)

Psalm 27:3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (NIV)

Psalm 27:9 Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, God my Savior. (NIV)

3. I will see the goodness of God in spite of what you do

Psalm 27:2-3 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. 3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (NIV)

Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. (NIV)

Psalm 27:10 Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me. (NIV)

Psalm 27:12 Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, spouting malicious accusations. (NIV)

1 Samuel 24:4–6 The men said, “This is the day the Lord spoke of when he said to you, ‘I will give your enemy into your hands for you to deal with as you wish.’ ” Then David crept up unnoticed and cut off a corner of Saul’s robe. 5 Afterward, David was conscience-stricken for having cut off a corner of his robe. 6 He said to his men, “The Lord forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the Lord’s anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the Lord.” (NIV)

4. I will see the goodness of God because of my faith in God

Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? (NIV)

Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. (NIV)

Psalm 27:7 Hear my voice when I call, Lord; be merciful to me and answer me. (NIV)

Psalm 27:8 My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, Lord, I will seek. (NIV)

Psalm 27:11 Teach me your way, Lord; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors. (NIV

Psalm 27:14 Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. (NIV)

Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (NIV) 

Psalm 103:2 Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits (NIV)

Deuteronomy 6:12 be careful that you do not forget the LORD, who brought you out of Egypt, out of

the land of slavery. (NIV)

5 Consequences of Spiritual Amnesia

1. We stop obeying God’s commands and laws

Deuteronomy 8:11 Be careful that you do not forget the LORD your God, failing to observe his

commands, his laws and his decrees that I am giving you this day. (NIV)

2. We become proud

Deuteronomy 8:12–14 Otherwise, when you eat and are satisfied, when you build fine houses and settle

down, 13  and when your herds and flocks grow large and your silver and gold increase and all you have is

multiplied, 14  then your heart will become proud and you will forget the LORD your God, who brought you

out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. (NIV)

3. We become ungrateful

4. We become complainers

1 Corinthians 10:10 And do not grumble, as some of them did—and were killed by the destroying angel.

(NIV)

Philippians 2:14   Do everything without grumbling or arguing, (NIV)

5. We worship idols

Exodus 32:3–4 So all the people took off their earrings and brought them to Aaron. 4  He took what they

handed him and made it into an idol cast in the shape of a calf, fashioning it with a tool. Then they said,

“These are your gods, Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt.” (NIV)

The Cure for Spiritual Amnesia

1. Acknowledge the goodness of God

James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly

lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (NIV)

2. Make a memorial so you remember the goodness of God

Psalm 77:11 I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. (NIV)

Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce

wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today. (NIV)

Joshua 4:21–23   Then Joshua said to the Israelites, “In the future your children will ask, ‘What do these

stones mean?’ 22  Then you can tell them, ‘This is where the Israelites crossed the Jordan on dry ground.’

23  For the LORD your God dried up the river right before your eyes, and he kept it dry until you were all

across, just as he did at the Red Sea when he dried it up until we had all crossed over. (NLT)

3. Thank God daily for His goodness

Psalm 9:1 I will give thanks to you, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. (NIV)

1 Thessalonians 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (NIV)

4. Tell others about the goodness of God

Deuteronomy 4:9 Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your

eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to

their children after them. (NIV)

5. Never stop celebrating the goodness of God

A. You need to daily celebrate and praise God for His goodness in your life.

Psalm 92:4   For you make me glad by your deeds, LORD; I sing for joy at what your hands have done. (NIV)

Psalm 105:2 Sing to him; yes, sing his praises. Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds. (NLT)

1. Sunday Attendance (Fall Growth Season) (SLIDE ONE)

MWC Campus 2021vs 2022 35% increase

INDY Campus 2021 vs 2022 55% increase

OKC Campus 2021 vs 2022 67% increase

NW Campus 2021 vs 2022. 76% increase

2. Giving (Tithe & Offerings) (SLIDE TWO)

2019 vs 2020. 12.6% increase

2020 vs 2021 8.9% increase

2021 vs 2022 13.6% increase

Psalm 62:8 Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. (NIV)

3. OKC, MWC, NW 2022 Dream Builder Update (SLIDE THREE)

Edmond Land/Building: $394,870.98 (Alta survey/civil/engineering/architectural/Admin/Land Payment)

Edmond Campus Launch: $50,000

OKC Parking Lot: $302,801.31 (Engineering/Admin/Repairs)

NW Parking Lot: $87,500.00 (Repairs)

4. INDY 2022 Dream Builder Update: (SLIDE 4)

What INDY has given for a future building: $264,000

5. 2022 Missions Giving Update (SLIDE 5)

1.1 million given to local, national & global missions

6. 2022 Small Group Update (SLIDE 6)

304 small groups

7. 2022 Baptism Update (SLIDE 7)

486 people went public for Jesus

8. 2022 Salvations In person, Online & Mable Basset Correctional Facility (SLIDE 8)

8,164 have said yes to Jesus

Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (NIV) 

Psalm 103:2 Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits (NIV)

Deuteronomy 6:12 be careful that you do not forget the LORD, who brought you out of Egypt, out of

the land of slavery. (NIV)

5 Consequences of Spiritual Amnesia

1. We stop obeying God’s commands and laws

Deuteronomy 8:11 Be careful that you do not forget the LORD your God, failing to observe his

commands, his laws and his decrees that I am giving you this day. (NIV)

2. We become proud

Deuteronomy 8:12–14 Otherwise, when you eat and are satisfied, when you build fine houses and settle

down, 13  and when your herds and flocks grow large and your silver and gold increase and all you have is

multiplied, 14  then your heart will become proud and you will forget the LORD your God, who brought you

out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. (NIV)

3. We become ungrateful

4. We become complainers

1 Corinthians 10:10 And do not grumble, as some of them did—and were killed by the destroying angel.

(NIV)

Philippians 2:14   Do everything without grumbling or arguing, (NIV)

5. We worship idols

Exodus 32:3–4 So all the people took off their earrings and brought them to Aaron. 4  He took what they

handed him and made it into an idol cast in the shape of a calf, fashioning it with a tool. Then they said,

“These are your gods, Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt.” (NIV)

The Cure for Spiritual Amnesia

1. Acknowledge the goodness of God

James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly

lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (NIV)

2. Make a memorial so you remember the goodness of God

Psalm 77:11 I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. (NIV)

Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce

wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today. (NIV)

Joshua 4:21–23   Then Joshua said to the Israelites, “In the future your children will ask, ‘What do these

stones mean?’ 22  Then you can tell them, ‘This is where the Israelites crossed the Jordan on dry ground.’

23  For the LORD your God dried up the river right before your eyes, and he kept it dry until you were all

across, just as he did at the Red Sea when he dried it up until we had all crossed over. (NLT)

3. Thank God daily for His goodness

Psalm 9:1 I will give thanks to you, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. (NIV)

1 Thessalonians 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (NIV)

4. Tell others about the goodness of God

Deuteronomy 4:9 Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your

eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to

their children after them. (NIV)

5. Never stop celebrating the goodness of God

A. You need to daily celebrate and praise God for His goodness in your life.

Psalm 92:4   For you make me glad by your deeds, LORD; I sing for joy at what your hands have done. (NIV)

Psalm 105:2 Sing to him; yes, sing his praises. Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds. (NLT)

1. Sunday Attendance (Fall Growth Season) (SLIDE ONE)

MWC Campus 2021vs 2022 35% increase

INDY Campus 2021 vs 2022 55% increase

OKC Campus 2021 vs 2022 67% increase

NW Campus 2021 vs 2022. 76% increase

2. Giving (Tithe & Offerings) (SLIDE TWO)

2019 vs 2020. 12.6% increase

2020 vs 2021 8.9% increase

2021 vs 2022 13.6% increase

Psalm 62:8 Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. (NIV)

3. OKC, MWC, NW 2022 Dream Builder Update (SLIDE THREE)

Edmond Land/Building: $394,870.98 (Alta survey/civil/engineering/architectural/Admin/Land Payment)

Edmond Campus Launch: $50,000

OKC Parking Lot: $302,801.31 (Engineering/Admin/Repairs)

NW Parking Lot: $87,500.00 (Repairs)

4. INDY 2022 Dream Builder Update: (SLIDE 4)

What INDY has given for a future building: $264,000

5. 2022 Missions Giving Update (SLIDE 5)

1.1 million given to local, national & global missions

6. 2022 Small Group Update (SLIDE 6)

304 small groups

7. 2022 Baptism Update (SLIDE 7)

486 people went public for Jesus

8. 2022 Salvations In person, Online & Mable Basset Correctional Facility (SLIDE 8)

8,164 have said yes to Jesus

Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (NIV) 

James 1:16–17 Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters. 17 Every good and perfect gift is from above,

coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (NIV)

James 1:25 But if you look carefully into the perfect law that sets you free, and if you do what it says and

don’t forget what you heard, then God will bless you for doing it. (NLT) 

Psalm 84:11 For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does he

withhold from those whose walk is blameless. (NIV)

Psalm 84:12   Lord Almighty, blessed is the one who trusts in you. (NIV)

Psalm 62:8   Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. (NIV)

Proverbs 3:9–10 Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; 10 then your barns will

be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine. (NIV) 

4 Top Reasons People Are Reluctant To Tithe

1. Tithing is under the law

Romans 6:14 For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under the law, but under

grace. (NIV)

Romans 6:1–2 What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2  By no

means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? (NIV)

Romans 2:13 For it is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God’s sight, but it is those who

obey the law who will be declared righteous. (NIV)

Romans 3:31   Do we, then, nullify the law by this faith? Not at all! Rather, we uphold the law. (NIV)

Romans 7:12   So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous and good. (NIV)

Matthew 15:19 For out of the heart come evil thoughts—murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false

testimony, slander. (NIV)

2. Jesus didn’t talk about tithing

2A. Jesus did talk about tithing

Matthew 23:23   “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your

spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice,

mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. (NIV)

Luke 11:42   “Woe to you Pharisees, because you give God a tenth of your mint, rue and all other kinds

of garden herbs, but you neglect justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter

without leaving the former undone. (NIV)

Luke 18:12 I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.’ (NIV)

Matthew 6:19–21 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy,

and where thieves break in and steal. 20  But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and

vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21  For where your treasure is, there

your heart will be also. (NIV)

3. I don’t trust the church

2 Corinthians 8:21   For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in

the eyes of man. (NIV)

Malachi 3:10   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. (NIV)

4. I don’t trust God

Malachi 3:10 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. (NIV)

Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. (NIV) 

James 1:16–17 Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters. 17 Every good and perfect gift is from above,

coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (NIV)

James 1:25 But if you look carefully into the perfect law that sets you free, and if you do what it says and

don’t forget what you heard, then God will bless you for doing it. (NLT) 

Psalm 84:11 For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does he

withhold from those whose walk is blameless. (NIV)

Psalm 84:12   Lord Almighty, blessed is the one who trusts in you. (NIV)

Psalm 62:8   Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. (NIV)

Proverbs 3:9–10 Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; 10 then your barns will

be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine. (NIV) 

4 Top Reasons People Are Reluctant To Tithe

1. Tithing is under the law

Romans 6:14 For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under the law, but under

grace. (NIV)

Romans 6:1–2 What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2  By no

means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? (NIV)

Romans 2:13 For it is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God’s sight, but it is those who

obey the law who will be declared righteous. (NIV)

Romans 3:31   Do we, then, nullify the law by this faith? Not at all! Rather, we uphold the law. (NIV)

Romans 7:12   So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous and good. (NIV)

Matthew 15:19 For out of the heart come evil thoughts—murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false

testimony, slander. (NIV)

2. Jesus didn’t talk about tithing

2A. Jesus did talk about tithing

Matthew 23:23   “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your

spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice,

mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. (NIV)

Luke 11:42   “Woe to you Pharisees, because you give God a tenth of your mint, rue and all other kinds

of garden herbs, but you neglect justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter

without leaving the former undone. (NIV)

Luke 18:12 I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.’ (NIV)

Matthew 6:19–21 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy,

and where thieves break in and steal. 20  But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and

vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21  For where your treasure is, there

your heart will be also. (NIV)

3. I don’t trust the church

2 Corinthians 8:21   For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in

the eyes of man. (NIV)

Malachi 3:10   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. (NIV)

4. I don’t trust God

Malachi 3:10 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. (NIV)