good books on giving
Books on tithing dominate a subject characterised by varying degrees of grace and mutual understanding!
Tithing
RT Kendall
A classic book written with passion and the conviction that tithing is God's standard of giving for all Christians and that it will rvitalise the church. This small book looks at biblical teaching and objections to tithing.
Beyond tithing
Stuart Murray
A much longer, more detailed survey of tithing. Tongue in cheek Murray suggests tithing may be biblical but not Christian. He rejects tithing not in favour of undisciplined giving and under resourced churches but a richer alternative which explores biblical models of Jubilee and Koinonia
How to increase giving in your church
George Barna
Biblically based and practical the intriguing thing about ths book is how it is enriched by Barna's many years of experience of professional research in the Christian community in the States. He profiles church donors and explores motivations, commends segmenting the donor database and explores the role of leadership. Blends research insight with biblical teaching. Needs thoughtful translation into the UK context.
Giving
Bill Clinton
Yes, that Bill Clinton! An exception in that it is not biblical but an intriguing book from one who has put his money where his mouth is. Recalling that he learnt to give by tithing to his church Clinton explores the multiple ways in which giving of time, talents and money can be expressed and replicated. A very personal book peppered with fascinating stories which opens up broader thinking about giving.
