Early Jewish believers moved their day of worship from Saturday to Sunday to commemorate the resurrection of the Lord. We are not to give spasmodically or when we feel generous. C. Third, Giving is to be a Personal Act. Everyone should give, even kids, because giving is worship. D. Fourth, Giving is to be a Predetermined Plan.
Many people give only because of emotional appeals or special needs, but give little week to week.
God wants us to give a predetermined systematic amount and not to wait until Sunday to see what is left over. E. Fifth, Giving is to be a Proportioned Amount. We are to give in proportion to what we receive. We never give equal gifts, but we all make equal sacrifices. F. Sixth, Giving is to be an Unpressured Response.