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.
Malachi 3:10 (NIV)
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Today’s Devotional
In this verse, God is challenging the Israelites to give their whole tithe to the temple, which was used to support the priests and the poor. Tithing was a way for the people to express their gratitude to God for His provision and to trust Him with their finances. God promises that if the people obey His command to tithe, He will bless them abundantly.
Time to reflect
As we reflect on Malachi 3:10, let’s consider the following points on how to apply the teachings of this verse in our personal lives:
- Acknowledge God as the source of all provision. Recognize that everything we have comes from God and that He is the ultimate provider. Our financial blessings are not solely the result of our hard work, but are gifts from God.
- Be obedient in giving our tithes and offerings. Give a portion of our income to support our local church, ministries, and the poor. This demonstrates our trust in God’s provision and our commitment to His work.
- Trust God to provide for our needs. As we give our tithes and offerings, trust that God will continue to provide for our needs and bless us abundantly, just as He promised in Malachi 3:10.
- Be grateful for God’s blessings. Recognize the many ways God has blessed us, both materially and spiritually, and express our gratitude to Him.
Prayer Of The Day
Heavenly Father, thank You for being our provider and for all the blessings You have given us. Help us to be obedient in giving our tithes and offerings, trusting that You will continue to provide for our needs. Open our eyes to the many ways You have blessed us and fill our hearts with gratitude. We commit our finances to You, knowing that You are faithful to Your promises. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Strengthening Faith
In light of Malachi 3:10, let us take these steps to trust God with our finances and experience His abundant blessings:
- Acknowledge God as the source of all provision and thank Him for the blessings you have received.
- Commit to giving a portion of your income to your local church, ministries, and the poor.
- Trust that God will continue to provide for your needs as you give your tithes and offerings.
- Reflect on the ways God has blessed you and express gratitude to Him for His provision.
Today Wisdom
Giving our tithes and offerings is an act of faith and obedience to God, trusting Him to provide for our needs. As we follow His command to give, we can experience the abundant blessings He promises in Malachi 3:10. Let us commit to being faithful stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us, giving generously and trusting in His provision.
