As a church, one of our goals is to create a welcoming environment where visitors feel comfortable and accepted. However, it’s not enough for visitors to attend our services once. We want to develop a community where people feel connected and inspired to return week after week. One way to achieve this is by helping new believers learn to tithe and manage their finances in a responsible and God-honoring way.
Tithing is an act of faith that not only blesses the giver but also supports the church’s work and helps to further God’s kingdom. By teaching new believers about tithing and stewardship, we are equipping them with the proper tools to grow in their faith and become active members of our church community.
In this blog, we’ll explore 5 creative and friendly ways to lead new believers through tithing, including emphasizing the blessings of giving, guiding them in financial stewardship, and fostering a culture of generosity. By implementing these strategies, we can help new believers develop a strong foundation in their faith and create a welcoming, supportive, and inspiring community.
- Emphasize the Blessings of Giving: Tithing is not just about giving money; it’s about understanding the blessings that come with it. Teach new believers how God promises to bless those who give generously and share stories of how tithing has personally blessed your life.
- Guide Them in Financial Stewardship: As new believers learn to tithe, it’s important also to teach them the importance of managing their finances in a responsible and God-honoring way. Offer guidance on managing debt, saving for the future, and making wise financial decisions.
- Encourage Them to Start Small: Tithing 10% of their income may seem like a big jump for some new believers. Please encourage them to start small by giving a smaller percentage or a set dollar amount and gradually work their way up to tithing 10%.
- Resources: Provide new believers with books, podcasts, or videos that guide tithing and stewardship. These resources can help them better understand the biblical principles behind tithing and how to apply them in their own lives.
- Foster a Culture of Generosity: Encourage a culture of generosity in your church community by celebrating giving in all its forms, whether tithing, volunteering time, or sharing resources. Initiating opportunities to give back creates a supportive environment where new believers can thrive and grow in their faith. Recognize and celebrate those who give sacrificially, and inspire others to follow their example.
In conclusion, leading new believers through tithing is crucial to creating a thriving church community. By teaching new believers about the biblical principles of tithing and stewardship, we can help them grow in their faith and become active members of our church community.
To implement these strategies effectively, creating a plan of action is important. An action plan can include the following:
- Setting up a class or workshop on tithing and financial stewardship.
- Providing resources such as books and videos.
- Celebrating the generosity of new believers.
- We can also encourage a culture of generosity in our church community by recognizing and celebrating those who give sacrificially and inspiring others to follow their example.
You can create a welcoming and supportive environment where new believers feel encouraged to grow in their faith and become active members of our church community. Let’s work together to lead new believers through tithing and stewardship and create a community that reflects God’s love and grace to all who enter our doors.
