Let's face it. We're in the midst of a major economic revolution. Is it for the good or not? You decide.
There are now (at this writing) officially eight billion people who share our planet, earth. That means God is responsible for feeding, clothing, and housing eight billion souls.
You heard me. I said God is responsible for providing it.
"Return to
Me, and I will return to you,” says Adonai-Tzva’ot. Malachi 3:7
So what's the problem? Most people either don't understand what that means, don't believe in God, have made some other entity their deity, or simply don't understand how this REALLY works. So let me explain.
“Will a man robGod? For you are robbing Me!”But you say:
“How have we robbed You?”“In the tithe and the
offering. Malachi 3:8
There's a specific verse in the Bible. It's the only place where and when this is allowed. It actually says; TEST GOD! It's in the Book of Malachi.
"Bring the whole tithe to the storehouse that there be food in My House.
Test me on this", says the LORD ALMIGHTY, "and see if I will not open
the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing there will not be
room enough to store it." Malachi 3:10
Now , please be advised that there are two things you need to understand for this to work. 1) Tithe means the first 10% of any income you receive. 2) The tithe (some call charity or tsedakkah) must go to GOD first.
Thus says Adonai to the people of Judah and to Jerusalem:“Break up your unplowed groundand do not sow among thorns. Jeremiah 4:3
That means it should go to a spiritual faith based organizationin your own community that educates, feeds, clothes, and helps provide for the poor, uneducated, and those in need.
Even more specifically, find an organization that teaches Torah. Regardless of your background, Torah unlocks itself to those who approach with a sincere heart. It heals and enlightens the soul and thus adds light to the world.
I'm not going to sell you on Judaism. I will say the Old Testament is powerful and the Holy Spirit is a True and Living Teacher.
Your religion is your business. But God is true. And God is not a religion. God is. You don't have breath in your body without the Creator who gave it.
That said, the first ten percent (tithe) must be given unconditionally. They can use it to cover any and all necessary expenses to facilitate the cause which is to teach/educate Torah (and Tenach aka Old Testament) and spread light by uplifting humanity.
The practical Wisdom will astound you. You just need to apply it.
J.D.Rockefeller did it. The Rothschilds family still do.
After the first ten percent to God's work, you can give above and beyond for other charities near and dear to your heart. Thus, some people designate 20% total (10% God and 10% to your favorite charitable/social cause).
This may make you a little nervous at first. But do what it says. Test it.
"Test me on this", says the LORD ALMIGHTY, "and see if I will not open
the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing there will not be
room enough to store it." Malachi 3:10
Be consistent. Find a local place to tithe first. The unwritten spiritual law (given to me by Moshiach/Messiah) is to support your local community first, and then any national or international charitable interests you may have.
I think this will eventually mean to also support local farmers (i.e. farmers market), business and vendors of the like too. It is quite ironic that as the world expands, the NEW ECONOMY will become more intimate to survive, thrive, succeed, and prosper.
We (humans) need God and nature more than nature and God need us. But God loves us like children (mercy) and the divine multiplication system Works!
Be patient. God's Promise has no expiration date.
The world can and will still expand, communicate, and trade but "the heart and soul" of humankind will put God first. Love thy neighbor will be more than just a "nice motto". It will be a true way of life.
Tithe. It's like having divine/ supernatural insurance. Try it. It really works.
Shalom & Bracha.
LeTicia Lee
Suggested reading for further edification: Book of Malachi, Book of Hosea, Psalms 33, 34, 35, 36, and Psalm 107. 🤗 Mazel!
Sh'ma Yisrael. Adonai Eloheinu. Adonai echad.
Hear O'Israel. The LORD is our God. The LORD is One.
Between shopping, paying bills, and setting new and better goals for yourselves, some of you may (or may not) have been fondly anticipating Part 3 of the health and wellness series. Well, here it is. If this is your first time visiting, be sure to read all three posts in the series. (Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Not to be misconstrued as medical advice. Please seek medical attention for ailments.)
We
are dedicating Part 3 to all the women who have been ignoring their
intuition over the years. It's time to stop and listen. It's not you.
It's the Highest Part of your Being calling you.
The call is Divine. Don't ignore it.
*As always, we include an easy exercise to "open your channels of reception."
When Moses first climbed Mount Sinai to receive God's Laws, the crowd grew impatient. Aaron (Moses' brother) submitted to the pressure and will of the people. The Hebrews gathered their gold and made a golden calf.
But not all the people submitted. In fact, the women did not submit their gold at all.
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.Proverbs 29:16
God had purposefully delayed Moses to see what was in the heart of the people awaiting the "Terms of Entry" to the Promised Land. Only the women passed.
Therefore, as God told Moses to go quickly to see what the people were doing (disobeying his Laws), He also gave Moses the command to give the Ten Sayings (aka 10 Commandments) and other Instructions to the Women first. Only then could he relay it to men. You can only imagine how well that went over.
2“The LORD was very angry with your fathers.
3So
tell the people that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Return to
Me, declares the LORD of Hosts, and I will return to you, says the LORD
of Hosts.’
4Do
not be like your fathers, to whom the former prophets proclaimed that
this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Turn now from your evil ways and
deeds.’
But they did not listen or pay attention to Me, declares the LORD.
5Where are your fathers now? And the prophets, do they live forever?
6But did not My words and My statutes, which I commanded My servants the prophets, overtake your fathers? Zechariah 1:2-6
The men objected. Therefore, the message still has not been properly relayed to ALL twelve tribes and the strangers until this day.
At "certain times of the month", women have a straight no chaser way of delivering a message that can not be ignored. However, with age comes wisdom. A woman's intuition is priceless.
Miriam (Moses' sister) was a powerful prophetess without whom the Exodus Mission could not have and likely would not have been accomplished.
Miriam, her mother and other midwives refused to murder the male Hebrew babies when ordered by Pharaoh to do so. They also persisted in praying to God for their collective freedom.
Who are the women in your life who speak the TRUTH with LOVE, patience, and KINDNESS? Do you listen to them? Should you? Perhaps they are the ones you hear in hind sight.
Righteous lips are a king's delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.Proverbs 16:13
The message hasn't changed. The mission hasn't changed.
If you fully obey the Lord your God and carefully follow all his commands I give you today, the Lord your God will set you high above all the nations on earth. Deuteronomy 28:1
The only thing that has changed are the various lessons people have had to experience before they appreciate the necessary Laws of Wisdom and KINDNESS. Whatever it takes.
Where KAVOD (Hebrew word for honor, respect, reverence) is lacking, the Holy One will not appear. There are no "celebrities" other than Almighty GOD.
Who are you? What are you? (Read Job Chapters 35-41)
Ironically, God often appears amongst the crowd in the most humble form. Perhaps that's why most people get it wrong. It's the still small Voice.
(See 1 Kings 19:11-12, Zechariah 1:1-4; Deuteronomy 28 for further edification)
Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.Proverbs 16:12
So if you are still waiting and wondering about when the real Messiah is due. Once again, this is the era.
But it is truly by God's grace that we are being given the opportunity to assist in a potentially smooth arrival with your help and willingness to do it God's Way. I assure you; the truth is stranger than fiction. But rest assured, this is nonfiction.
Do your part. Read 3 chapters (or whatever you can) from the Bible daily. Ask questions. Wait for answers. Answers will come.
Pause when you get a revelation you didn't notice before. Take notes.
Don't think your rabbi or pastor is better qualified than you. Anyone with a willing heart can and will receive a higher level of understanding he/she can apply to any and every part of their lives.
But please do respect your elders, rabbis and pastors. They can often provide translations of certain words, Hebrew or other wise, to facilitate your understanding.
To rabbis and pastors, I would say more text and less commentary. The Tenach/ Bible is a holy book that unlocks at a deeper lever for those who read it for themselves.
There are multiple levels within the book for each reader to unlock at every point of his or her development. Reading and studying as a group almost requires group participation. It's best not to stifle questions even if you have to stop and resume the study at the next meeting.
Don't like studying alone? Find someone willing to have a private Bible/Tenach/Torah study with you if you can.
Join a bible/torah study group. Your local Chabad offers free Torah classes online as do many others now. You can even start your own with a friend, friends, or family.
Remember, only the Old Testament (Genesis through Malachi) is sanctified. Listen to the scriptures in your own language and in Hebrew when possible Your entire life will be blessed for it.
Make it a daily habit. When you finish, start again at Book of Genesis. You will not be seeing/understanding the same way each time.
You are training (elevating/expanding) your soul, receiving a blessing, and learning the Word/Scriptures by Heart as you would a favorite Song. When Messiah comes, your vessel will be strong enough to handle the light. Then, you will fully understand and be SO GRATEFUL you did.
Shalom. Shalom.
LeTicia
The Righteous One considers the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin. Proverbs 21:12