{"product_id":"eating-sacred-cows-a-closer-look-at-tithing-9780994105813","title":"Eating Sacred Cows: A Closer Look at Tithing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo tithe or not to tithe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tithing is one of the most misunderstood and abused aspects of modern day religion, and there are fine Christian leaders on both sides of the issue. Images of tele-evangelists and pastors living extravagant lifestyles can fuel resentment and mockery, but the defence is often that God's 'prosperity' ideal is being upheld (at least for the receiver of tithes).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut what of the givers? \u003cbr\u003e Many Christians testify how God has blessed them for tithing, but many others are disappointed, often too ashamed to speak openly in case they are 'letting God down'. Sermons on tithing almost always quote Malachi's rebuke of ancient Israel, \"You are cursed for you are robbing God  Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse...\" (Malachi 3:8-9). But what exactly did Malachi mean? Doesn't God still want us to tithe? Well, not in the way we are usually taught today. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCiting Biblical texts about tithing that are rarely, if ever, referred to by those teaching tithing to fund the church, Graeme Carl  shows instead how God wants us to receive a revelation of His goodness as we take time off to enjoy annual holidays. He also wants us to be generous, giving freely to those in need rather than tying up our resources in unnecessary church assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFind out for yourself how to stand firm in your freedom and enjoy being generous  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEating Sacred Cows is Graeme's most controversial book. This expanded and revised edition is essential reading for Christians today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCarlé, Graeme:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Also by Graeme Carlé and published by Emmaus Road Publishing: Because of the Angels: Unveiling 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 The Red Heifer's Ashes: Mysteries of Ancient Israel Born of the Spirit: A study guide for new believers THE REVELATION SERIES: 1. Dancing in the Dragon's Jaws: The Mystery of Israel's Survival 2. Slouching Towards Bethlehem: The Rise of the Antichrists 3. Gotta Serve Somebody: The Mystery of The Marks \u0026amp; 666 4. Silencing the Witnesses: Jerusalem \u0026amp; The Ascent of Secularism","brand":"Emmaus Road Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50331588296978,"sku":"9780994105813","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e397e977-2fb3-45c9-a7a0-c5d1d4acab66.jpg?v=1727822092","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/eating-sacred-cows-a-closer-look-at-tithing-9780994105813","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}