Tithing isn't something we talk about often in church, but we all know that it is a Biblical principle. The Scriptures encourage us to give 10% of what we have to God. Rev. Adam Hamilton shares a humorous story about tithing in his Stewardship Resource Enough.

I recall a story told by Peter Marshall, who was chaplain of the United States Senate for many years. There was a man who struggled to tithe even though he had a large income. The man said to Marshall, "I have a problem. I used to tithe regularly some years ago, but...but now...I am earning $500,000 a year, and there is just no way I can afford to give about $50,000."

Marshall reflected on this wealthy man's dilemma but gave no advice. He simply said, "I can certainly see your problem. Let's pray about it." The man agreed. So Marshall bowed his head and prayed with boldness and authority, "Heavenly Father, I pray that you would reduce this man's salary back to the place that he can afford to tithe."

This story is funny, but is speaks to a basic human condition. The more we have, the more we tend to think we need. Yet, whether we make $50,000 or $500,000 everything we have is a gift from God.

How do you respond to the Scriptures' encouragement to give? Have you considered a tithe? How do you honor God for the blessings you receive?