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Tithing often sparks strong feelings in church communities. Many picture pastors urging congregants to give, ushers passing plates, and the familiar phrase, "Will a man rob God?" echoing through Sunday services. Yet, this traditional view misses the deeper, biblical meaning of tithing. What if tithing is not just about money or church budgets? What if it is about joyful generosity, spiritual growth, and community care? This post explores the true meaning of tithing from a Chr

Saying yes feels good. It makes us feel needed, appreciated, and connected. But what happens when people expect yes every time? When your willingness to help turns into an unspoken demand, the word no becomes a trigger for disappointment and even anger. This blog explores the hidden challenges of always saying yes, the surprising reactions to hearing no, and why setting boundaries is vital for healthy relationships. Setting boundaries is like holding up a stop sign to protect

War has always been a complex and painful reality. Despite knowing that many conflicts are driven by the interests of powerful elites rather than noble causes, young men and women continue to join the armed forces. This raises a difficult question: why do they choose to serve when the truth about war’s origins and consequences is so clear? This post explores the motivations behind enlistment, the harsh realities of war, the toll on veterans, and what society can do to stop th

Why do human beings pay to live on a planet they were born on? Unlike animals and plants that exist freely, humans have created a system where living requires constant payment. This blog explores how this paid-to-live society came into existence, the consequences it has on human life, and what the world might look like if we lived without this burden. It also questions who decided land could be owned and what that means for our true nature and growth. The emptiness of paid li