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What about my tithe?

Will a man rob God? This question dates far back before Christianity started and has since been an object of debate, whether or not we should pay our tithe. Let's start from the beginning, in the time of Cain and Abel. Genesis  4:3  And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of the ground an offering unto the LORD. Here we see that Cain brought an offering unto God. I can also say that this was a tithe because it was a measure of what he earn as a labourer tilling the ground.  From the beginning God demands to receive from men a portion to show their love and relationship to Him. Now, what will a relationship be without giving and receiving from both end. What cements a relationship is when the both parties are faithful in giving and receiving.  Deities on the other hand give and expect to receive from men a sacrifice of blood or food kind . I mean the dark gods and goddesses. Where was this copied from? God Almighty of course. How about o...

Does Jesus care

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  Does Jesus cares? A song writer once wrote a hymn titled "Does Jesus Cares." Each line, resonate with the reality of what life can bring. How tough it could get. And the last hope of it all. Stanzas 1 says; Does Jesus care when my heart is pained, Too deeply for mirth or song; As the burdens press, and the cares distress, And the way grows weary and long? Stanzas 2 says; Does Jesus care when my way is dark, With a nameless dread and fear? As the daylight fades into deep night shades, Does He care enough to be near? [Refrain] Stanzas 3 says; Does Jesus care when I’ve tried and failed, To resist some temptation strong; When for my deep grief I find no relief, Though my tears flow all the night long? [Refrain] Stanzas 4 says; Does Jesus care when I’ve said goodbye, To the dearest on earth to me, And my sad heart aches till it nearly breaks— Is it aught to Him? does He see? [Refrain] And here goes his [Refrain], his chorus... O yes, He cares- I know He cares! His heart is touch...