Episode Details

Sam received a message from a friend recently. His question was simple: How many people typically give in a church? Statistically, about 75% of people will give in a typical church. In his case, only 50% of the church was giving regularly. Josh and Sam discuss some ways to teach church members about the importance of tithing. The 10% mark can be controversial, but committing to give regularly should not be.

1. 1. Communication: You become what you celebrate. Encourage your church to give with stories of success.
   2. Operations: Options, options, options—Giving boxes, passing the plate, and online giving.
   3. Culture: Giving checks for staff and other key church leaders.
   4. Mission: Thank you letters to first-time givers, discipleship development between pastors and high-capacity givers, and regular updates to all givers.
   5. Legacy: Teaching the next generation of givers in the children’s and student ministries.

Resources:

• The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

• Churchteams

• FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights

• Church Answers Central

• The Hope Initiative

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