Tithing

Tithing is not something that is easy for me. I like to blame it on not being raised in the church, but I know that is just an excuse. I hear story after story of people who have never struggled with tithing and they share these incredible things that have happened in their lives due to paying their tithing. I want to be that person, but it just so hard for me. It is something that I have to work at, I have to talk myself into writing that check each and every time. Reading these talks on the law of tithing has been very helpful. It is hard to ignore phrases that mention thinks like robbing God. This was such a good topic for me, I have learned new things and have been reminded of truths I already knew. 

"Tithing has been established in these latter days as an essential law for members of the Lord’s restored Church. It is one of the basic ways we witness our faith in Him and our obedience to His laws and commandments. Tithing is one of the commandments that qualifies us, by our faith, to enter the temple—the house of the Lord"

Elder Robert D. Hales, “Tithing:  A Test if Faith With Eternal Blessings”, October 2002 General Conference

"Tithing is a commandment with a promise. The words of Malachi, reaffirmed by the Savior, promise those who bring their tithes into the storehouse that the Lord will open 'the windows of heaven, and pour [them] out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.' The promised blessings are temporal and spiritual. The Lord promises to 'rebuke the devourer,' and he also promises tithe payers that 'all nations shall call you blessed, for ye shall be a delightsome land' (3 Ne. 24:10–12; see Mal. 3:10–12)."

Elder Dallin H. Oaks, “Tithing”, April 1994 General Conference

"The honest payment of tithing is much more than a duty; it is an important step in the process of personal sanctification. To those of you who pay your tithing, I commend you.

To those of you who presently are not obeying the law of tithing, I invite you to consider your ways and repent. I testify that by your obedience to this law of the Lord, the windows of heaven will be opened to you. Please do not procrastinate the day of your repentance."

Elder David R. Bednar, “The Windows of Heaven”, October 2013 General Conference

"To develop enduring faith, an enduring commitment to be a full-tithe payer is essential. Initially it takes faith to tithe. Then the tithe payer develops more faith to the point that tithing becomes a precious privilege. Tithing is an ancient law from God. He made a promise to His children that He would open 'the windows of heaven, and pour … out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.' Not only that, tithing will keep your name enrolled among the people of God and protect you in 'the day of vengeance and burning.' "

Elder Russell M. Nelson, “Face the Future With Faith”, April 2011 General Conference


"I can’t list all the ways that blessings will come from obedience to this principle, but I testify many will come in spiritual ways that go well beyond economics. In my life, for example, I have seen God’s promise fulfilled that He would 'rebuke the devourer for [my sake].' That blessing of protection against evil has been poured out upon me and on my loved ones beyond any capacity I have to adequately acknowledge. But I believe that divine safety has come, at least in part, because of our determination, individually and as a family, to pay tithing."
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, “Like a Watered Garden”, October 2001 General Conference


"All of us can afford to pay tithing. In reality, none of us can afford not to pay tithing. The Lord will strengthen our resolve. He will open a way to comply."
President Thomas S. Monson, “Be Thou an Example”, October 1996 General Conference


"The primary responsibility for building testimonies and providing faith-building experiences in our members, including our youth, resides in the home. The Church should continue to support the determination of the family to do this. Priesthood leaders will wish to increase their efforts to build strong, gospel-centered homes. Families vary in size and composition. All are to receive our devoted attention. The building of testimonies is not related to financial costs. It is not necessary to buy the activity of our youth. Our youth activities depart from the pattern of the world."
President Thomas S. Monson, “The Lord’s Way”, April 1990 Member Finances Fireside


"The scriptures speak of tithes and of offerings; they do not speak of assessments or fund-raising. To be an offering, it must be given freely—offered. The way is open now for many more of us to participate in this spiritually refining experience."
Elder Boyd K. Packer, “Teach Them the Correct Principles”, April 1990 Member Finances Fireside


"Brothers and sisters, how can every member enjoy the thrill and the blessing that comes from making a sacrifice to help the work? The answer is very simple, as are most answers in the Church. Every member of the Church can pay a full, honest tithing and can attend tithing settlement. The Lord said, 'Verily [now] is a day of sacrifice, and a day for the tithing of my people' (D&C 64:23)."
Elder M. Russell Ballard, “Sacrifice and Self-Sufficiency”, October 1987 General Conference


"The foundation of provident living is the law of the tithe. The primary purpose of this law is to help us develop faith in our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. Tithing helps us overcome our desires for the things of this world and willingly make sacrifices for others. Tithing is the great equitable law, for no matter how rich or poor we are, all of us pay the same one-tenth of our increase annually (see D&C 119:4), and all of us receive blessings so great 'that there shall not be room enough to receive [them]' (Malachi 3:10)."
Elder Robert D. Hales, “Becoming Provident Providers Temporally and Spiritually”, April 2009 General Conference