Many churchgoers smugly place their tithes and offerings in the basket every week. This kind of self-complacency is a deeply embedded sin residing in the hearts of all mankind. It started in the Garden.

When we give of our treasure, our real treasure, our substance, that is true giving. It can be, but is not always, money. We all are given various talents, which we usually keep to ourselves.  Colossians 3:14 tells us to put on charity, the bond of perfection. Selfless giving of our treasure, our substance, ourselves.