Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap (Galatians 6:7, ESV). I am amazed at the lack of understanding many professing Christians have concerning the relationship of giving, generosity and the true worship of God. Far too many American Christians have devised a religion of their own making that mixes their own religious ideas with a few passages of Holy Scripture. Many people think that they are worshipping the true God of the Bi

23 But [Jesus] turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men. 24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. (Matthew 16:23-25, KJV) Wow! Those are some strong words by our