and no problem giving generous gifts to certain people in need when prompted by God, but have a very difficult time spending money in things I want like a sofa and television.
It bothers me to spend money on those things even if they would cost me much less than what I give the church in a four month period
2007-08-12 18:37:34 · 18 answers · asked by Missy 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I know how you feel. Giving to someone is much more important than giving something to yourself. Although you may feel that way, do not feel guilty when you buy yourself something, everything in moderation. If you give to charity thats fantastic also leave time and money for yourself to enjoy. Balance.
2007-08-12 18:50:53 · answer #1 · answered by apple_kaur 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your a true giver driven by god! I think thats awesome that your happy giving to others and you put yourself after them. But considering you feel GUILITY buying for yourself maybe you feel like you have done some "bad" things and this is an easy way to feel good. Or maybe you just understand how some people really do need whatever you can offer them. I do think its a good thing and that you have a big heart. I read a book once about some lady going over to china and when she came back to the USA she had given away everything she had accept her trunk...because she was so dedicated. However she died from starvation because she always gave all her food away and stuff. So just dont take it to far ware you begin to neglect yourself.
2007-08-12 18:49:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Church rules! One day, I'm going to work at a Church...and get me some Prada Loafers, Gucci sunglasses, and a whole bunch of other neat, expensive things with all that money people will be giving us. All in the name of God. Three cheers for the big man in the sky!
2007-08-12 18:57:44 · answer #3 · answered by Kurt Damon 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have a good and giving heart but God wants you to live an abundant life. He does not want you to live a life of sacrifice.....Jesus has already offered up the perfect sacrifice for us. Don't feel guilty to be happy and enjoy life.
John 10:10
"I came that you may have life and have it more abundantly"
edited: Just realized you are Muslim and I haven't a clue if your God wants you to enjoy life or not. The Christian God wants us to live a life of joy and happiness...
2007-08-12 18:48:24 · answer #4 · answered by dreamdress2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are giving in obedience to God, then you are doing the right thing. I really don't know why you don't want to spend money on buying things for yourself but maybe you are afraid of running out of money.
2007-08-12 18:43:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is it because you believe in a rewards and punishment system designed by your god? The more selfless you are in your God's eyes, the better the rewards are in the end. Seems selfish to me if that is the reason. Not that I think there is anything, necessarily, wrong with being selfish at times.
2007-08-12 18:52:59 · answer #6 · answered by kj 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I believe than when you tithe God instills in your mind the necessary thoughts, such as more severely scrutinizing prospective purchases, that help you to keep yourself in sound financial shape. Tithing requires giving non-begrudgingly, as you obviously do.
2007-08-12 18:49:05 · answer #7 · answered by j c 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
what if that 10% is the 10% you need to get you child medical attention, but instead you give it away? What if your a muslim but need that 10% to live? i am not a muslim but i never go tthat whole 10% thing
2007-08-12 18:41:55 · answer #8 · answered by Seth B 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ask Ms. Taurus for a cupcake. You'll feel better.
2007-08-12 18:45:24 · answer #9 · answered by Satan's Own™ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
thats wierd.. ive never heard of anything like that. but atleast youre thinking of others before yourself! thats good!
2007-08-12 18:49:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋