Exodus 25:1-2 “1 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 2 ‘Tell the sons of Israel to raise a contribution for Me; from every man whose heart moves him you shall raise My contribution.’”

One of the hardest lessons we teach our children is the gift of giving. Most children had much rather receive than give. Heck, most adults had too. But teaching this gift is so important. When children learn at a young age that giving to the Lord is an act of worship, and when we model that for them, they are much more likely to give when they grow up.

In this passage the Lord instructs Moses to ask the people to give the articles needed to prepare the Tent of Meeting, commonly known as the Tabernacle. This would be the place of worship for many generations to come. It would be the place Moses would meet God and intercede for the people. It is here that Joshua would stand and wait on Moses to return from the Holy of Holies. It was their “church.”

Children need to learn that giving to the church is important because it allows the church to provide that place of worship for the Body of Christ. Their giving provides for the Pastor(s) and staff who are serving the Lord. Their giving can literally change the world as the church sends part of their giving to other ministries and missionaries.

But their giving starts with you Mom and Dad. They need to SEE you giving. They need to see you write that tithe check or give online. And when you give, do it joyfully so they can rejoice with you. Amen? Amen!