Anchor Scripture: Matthew 23:23-26. Message Notes: What’s proving most stretching, motivating, and encouraging to you so far in this message series? Read the following passages about tithing: Genesis 28:22; Deuteronomy 14:22-23; Malachi 3:6-12; Matthew 23:23-24 Based on these biblical sections, do you think tithing is for us today? Why or why not? What do you see as Jesus’ focus, his driving point and the motivation we should have in generosity? Pointers to help you in your generous giving: 1. Turn your want-to into WILL-DO. Take vibrant steps to give. 2. Set action goals and prioritize. If you say, “No way right now!” …then start with 5% and add 1 to 2 % each year. 3. Put your giving in your budget—first place! See Proverbs 3:9. 4. Give online (manorchurch.org, here on the App, or text to give) or write checks along with other $ work, coinciding with your pay scheme each month. 5. Think BIG. Not how much do I have to; how much do I GET to give!? 6. Constantly open your heart to see & hear core stirrings toward justice, mercy, and faith! Get involved, hands-on difference-making. 7. Focus on Jesus’ great giving! Which of the above pointers proves most helpful right now? What will you do? How do you plan to take action? Finish by reading and reflecting on 2 Corinthians 8:7-9. What most moves you? Get Ready for Next Week: Read each day from Matthew 25:14-30.