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NASB | Malachi 3:10 "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house, and test Me now in this," says the LORD of hosts, "if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you a blessing until it overflows. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Malachi 3:10 "Bring all the tithes (the tenth) into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house, and test Me now in this," says the LORD of hosts, "if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you [so great] a blessing until there is no more room to receive it. [Mal 2:2] |
Bible Question:
The following two verses sound too good to be true. But, I know God always keeps His word. The church has claimed these verses if we are willing to be faithful in our tithes and offerings. It will mean great sacrifice but the returns sound worth it. How literally may I take these verses??? The verses are: Malachi 3:10 and Luke 6:38 Thanks |
Bible Answer: Hi, Kenpo; It depends on what's in the heart. If I give out of greed expecting a fat reward in return, I probably won't see it. If I give out of love and thanksgiving, God will indeed pour out a blessing - not necessarily guaranteed to be material wealth. If we truly seek God's blessings, we trust him to know the best blessings to give us. Peace and grace, Steve |