Walden wrote:Exactly, aren't we all able to become Gods? I think a God is usually a wise steward. I believe to many people get caught up in their "perfunctory performance of duty" rather then actually having the faith to pay on their interest.patriotsaint wrote:This is what a stewardship is all about. It is up to you to make the determination through careful study and prayer. So many in the church want a magic, one-size-fits-all formula that will help them live the gospel without the need for careful thought or the guidance of the Spirit.sisterp wrote:Also, who determines what you need?
We are stewards in so many areas....in our property, talents and time etc. Hopefully we are focused on being wise stewards, rather than simply engaging in a perfunctory performance of duty.
Please forgive me. I know it's my misunderstanding of your comment. I am understanding you to say it takes more faith to pay on 10% of increase (and therefore a better steward to God) which is a MUCH smaller amount than 10% of gross?