Leading by Example?

In recent years we have seen our economy go down the proverbial sewer.  Many collegiates find themselves working two jobs in an attempt to make ends meets.  It can be hard for them to see how God is providing for them when they feel as if they are the ones “providing” money through their jobs.  How can we as college ministers encourage them to live by faith in God for provision of their needs???

Chuck Bomar recently wrote an article, here, that challenges leaders to be a Christian role model to their students through the spiritual discipline of tithing.  He suggests that this will show your students that you are living by faith and are trusting God with everything, including your finances.  It’s a novel idea, but I wonder how many of our college students actually tithe when faced with financial woes. 

J.D. Greear also wrote an article, titled The Generosity Paradox, where he emphasizes the importance of not being tied to your money and says that if we fully understand the gospel that we will be generous givers of our money.  Let us know how you have encouraged your students to tithe regularly and to rely on God more with their finances