Tithing—Putting God First

I testify to you that “thru cloud and sunshine” the Lord will abide with us, our “afflictions [can be] swallowed up in the joy of Christ,” and “it is by grace that we are saved, after all we can do.” I testify that Jesus Christ will return to the earth “with healing in his wings.” Ultimately, He “shall wipe away all tears from [our] eyes; and there shall be no more … sorrow.” For all who will “come unto Christ, and be perfected in him,” the “sun shall no more go down; … for the Lord shall be ...

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Your Next Step

Randall K. Bennett October 2015 General Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

Heavenly Father and our Savior are eager to bless us.

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The Windows of Heaven

David A. Bednar October 2013 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

When Sister Bednar was a young woman, her mother used the data in the ledgers to emphasize basic principles of provident living and prudent home management.

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Four Titles

Dieter F. Uchtdorf April 2013 Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

In the great Composer’s symphony, you have your own particular part to play—your own notes to sing.

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Becoming Goodly Parents

L. Tom Perry October 2012 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

“All my love, Tom”

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Face the Future with Faith

Russell M. Nelson April 2011 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

To develop enduring faith, an enduring commitment to be a full-tithe payer is essential.

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The Lord’s Richest Blessings

Carl B. Pratt April 2011 Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

There is a possibility of misinterpretation in this story from my grandparents.

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Be Thou an Example of the Believers

Russell M. Nelson October 2010 Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

Each exemplary follower of Jesus Christ can become an effective member missionary.

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He Lives! All Glory to His Name!

Richard G. Scott April 2010 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 4:2; 3)

Easter is that sacred season when the heart of each devout Christian turns in humble gratitude to our beloved Savior.

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Becoming Provident Providers Temporally and Spiritually

Robert D. Hales April 2009 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

The foundation of provident living is the law of the tithe.

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The Best Investment

Sheldon F. Child April 2008 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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Strengthen Home and Family

Mary N. Cook October 2007 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

President Hinckley taught us, “While tithing is paid with money, more importantly it is paid with faith” (Liahona and Ensign, May 2007, 117).

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Claim the Exceeding Great and Precious Promises

Spencer J. Condie October 2007 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

The Lord’s countless exceeding great and precious promises include forgiveness of our sins when we “confess them and forsake them” (D&C 58:43; see also D&C 1:32).

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Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts Unceasingly

Gordon B. Hinckley April 2007 General Young Women Meeting

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:8, 10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it”

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The Law of Tithing

Daniel L. Johnson October 2006 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

“And all nations shall call you blessed, for ye shall be a delightsome land, saith the Lord of Hosts.”

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Now Is the Time to Prepare

Russell M. Nelson April 2005 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Now is the time to enroll our names among the people of God.

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Now Is the Time to Prepare

Russell M. Nelson April 2005 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Now is the time to enroll our names among the people of God.

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Tithing—a Commandment Even for the Destitute

Lynn G. Robbins April 2005 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

But how can you ask someone so destitute to sacrifice?

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The Key of the Knowledge of God

James E. Faust October 2004 Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

President Gordon B.

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Roots and Branches

Russell M. Nelson April 2004 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

The fruits of the gospel are delicious to those who obey the Lord.

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Roots and Branches

Russell M. Nelson April 2004 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

The fruits of the gospel are delicious to those who obey the Lord.

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Earthly Debts, Heavenly Debts

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 2004 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

First, pay your tithing.

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He Knows Us; He Loves Us

Sydney S. Reynolds October 2003 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Each of us who pays a full tithe can testify that the blessings of the Lord come to us personally and meet our individual needs.

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Tithing: A Test of Faith with Eternal Blessings

Robert D. Hales October 2002 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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Sacrifice Brings Forth the Blessings of Heaven

Robert K. Dellenbach October 2002 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

For those who faithfully sacrifice through an honest tithe, the Lord has promised that He will open the windows of heaven.

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The Law of Tithing

Earl C. Tingey April 2002 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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We Walk by Faith

Gordon B. Hinckley April 2002 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“After she left, crying and feeling very humble, I knelt exactly where I was and thanked the Lord for His generosity.

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“Like a Watered Garden”

Jeffrey R. Holland October 2001 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

Second, pay your tithing to rightfully claim the blessings promised those who do so.

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The Times in Which We Live

Gordon B. Hinckley October 2001 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

How grateful I am for the law of tithing.

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A Growing Testimony

James E. Faust October 2000 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

spoken through Malachi: “And prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.” All of

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Opening the Windows of Heaven

James E. Faust October 1998 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (2)

Members of the Church who do not tithe do not lose their membership; they only lose blessings.

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What Are People Asking about Us?

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1998 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

I thank the Lord from the bottom of my heart for the faith of those who pay their honest tithes.

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“Be Thou an Example”

Thomas S. Monson October 1996 Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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Windows of Light and Truth

Joseph B. Wirthlin October 1995 Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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Tithing

Dallin H. Oaks April 1994 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

Tithing is a commandment with a promise.

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Personal Integrity

Joseph B. Wirthlin April 1990 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

We must be honest with the Lord as we pay our tithes.

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Draw Near unto Me through Obedience

Barbara W. Winder October 1985 General Women’s Meeting

Open paragraph (Malachi 3:10)

“The windows of heaven” as described in Malachi 3:10 [Mal.

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The Joy of Service

Russell C. Taylor October 1984 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse and prove me now saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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The Simplicity of Gospel Truths

Robert L. Simpson April 1984 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

The contribution of tithes and offerings will open the windows of heaven.

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God Grant Us Faith

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1983 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

I thank you for your faith in the payment of your tithes and offerings.

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“Shine As Lights in the World”

Neal A. Maxwell April 1983 Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

Another portrait is of a youthful disciple, a woman gymnast paralyzed because of a tumble.

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That Ye May Have Roots and Branches

Hartman Rector, Jr. April 1983 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

On the other hand, those who do pay tithing (give the Lord his tenth) are promised that the windows of heaven will be opened to them and their blessings will exceed their ability to receive.

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Tithing: An Opportunity to Prove Our Faithfulness

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1982 Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

We did not do it with the expectation of material blessings, although we can testify that we have been so blessed.

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Light and Truth

Theodore M. Burton April 1981 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

Take the payment of tithes and offerings as an example.

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Gospel Covenants

Marion G. Romney April 1981 Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, and he shall not destroy the fruits of your ground; neither shall your vine cast her fruit before the time in the field, saith the Lord of hosts.” (Mal.

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The Law of Tithing

Spencer W. Kimball October 1980 General Welfare Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“And all nations shall call you blessed.” (Mal.

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The Gift of the Holy Ghost

LeGrand Richards October 1979 Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

Now just to illustrate that: When I was back in the South, there was an itinerant preacher that came through Atlanta, telling the leaders of churches how they could get out of debt.

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Making Your Marriage Successful

O. Leslie Stone April 1978 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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You Are Your Greatest Treasure

John H. Vandenberg April 1976 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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Faithful Laborers

Loren C. Dunn April 1975 Friday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (May 3, 1895)

And that brings us to Elder William A.

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“I Will … Pour You Out a Blessing”

Henry D. Taylor April 1974 Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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The Law of Abundance

Franklin D. Richards April 1971 Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:8, 10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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“Except the Lord Build the House …”

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1971 Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (Mal. 3:10)

“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”

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