A recent article in USA Today discussed how some homeowners are choosing to go into foreclosure rather than stop tithing. Experts estimate that around 5% of all American adults practice the tithe (10% of income to the church).
The conviction to tithe is deep rooted for many. But is it right to go into foreclosure because of the tithe if everything that can be cut has been cut and there is still not enough to make the payments after the tithe? Actually the answer is two fold.
First, the tithe will NEVER cause foreclosure. By definition the tithe is off the top of the income so it should never be included in the figures people use to get loans or credit or even to create a budget.
Second, there is always another way. Making the mortgage payment may require creative income development, but it can be accomplished.
Should Christians walk away from their commitments because they are unable to pay? The answer should be no. Christians are representatives of God here on the earth and must rise to a higher standard.
Will Christians be condemned for going into foreclosure? The answer is definitely no! The best benefit of being a Christian is that repentance brings healing.