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Quality Holy Day Offerings
Article by StaffDuring the Feast of Trumpets at the Temple in Jerusalem, the offerings were of the highest quality, reflecting great care in selection and preparation. Just as the animal sacrifices, grain, and alcoholic beverages brought to the Temple were the very best of their kind, so too were the personal offerings marked by thought and effort. A lesser-known high-quality offering is found in the account of King David in II Samuel 24:18-24, where the attitude and preparation behind the offering held great significance. As the fall holy days approach, we are reminded to ensure that all our offerings to God mirror the excellence of those Temple sacrifices, focusing on the quality of our intent and effort rather than the quantity. Despite financial hardships faced by many, God sees, understands, and appreciates the efforts made by His people in giving quality holy day offerings with the proper attitude and for the right reasons.
Keep it Clean!
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughAn acceptable offering must be thoughtfully considered, contain some sacrifice, given in faith and without a grudging spirit.
A Vivid Comparison
Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The widow described in Luke 21:1-4 gave a paltry 2 mites—a mere quarter of one cent. Yet she sacrificed all she had rather than giving from excess.
Why Do We Give?
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingThe widow who gave a mere two mites gave more than all the other contributors combined because she gave out of her poverty with genuine sacrifice.
Faith and Remembering
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeWe will not have faith tomorrow simply because we had it yesterday; we must renew faith daily by deliberately remembering God's prior interventions.