Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Putting God to the Test

Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in my house, and thus put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts; see if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing blessing.  (Malachi 3:10)

This may be one of the Bible's most misused texts. If you've ever watched televangelists preaching the "prosperity gospel" you know what I mean.  Hopefully we can all agree that this is not a promise that God will make us rich if we give 10% of our income to the church.  Yet, could there be an important message in these ancient words for 21st century Christians?  Join us on Sunday as we explore that question - and the challenge to "test God".  

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