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Tithing Test Me in This
By Douglas Leblanc
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On 3/11 Remy Diederich wrote: Who would have thought that a book on tithing could be a page-turner? But Tithing...test me in this, was just that. Douglas LeBlanc's interview with individuals or couples about their experience with tithing (giving away 10% of their income) was an easy read that inspired me toward generosity. LeBlanc ... Book Review: Tithing...test me in this
On 3/9 Chantal Wiebe wrote: It's an uncomfortable topic for many people, of any religion. Giving a specific amount of gross income to your community of faith. Though tithing is a requirement for many religions, few believers follow it's principle. This book explores people of different faiths (Catholic, Episcopal, Seventh Day Adventists) ... Tithing
On 3/9 Rob McFarlane wrote: I have just read Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc. It is part of The Ancient Practices Series published by Thomas Nelson. In this 156 page book he talks to people from a variety of backgrounds on the subject of tithing. He discovers they each have one thing in common – their lives have been enriched ... Review of Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc
On 3/5 Kent Ong wrote: Tithing by Douglas Leblanc one of the book in The Ancient Practices Series. The book is how God actually take care of us and give us more then enough when we tithe. Through Malachi 3:10, God already told us that He will give us more then enough until we don’t have room enough for it. I ... Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 3/4 Kate Scott wrote: Stories of people who live a generous and happy life (and why you'll want to live that way too).Journalist Douglas LeBlanc travels the nation to talk with believers whose lives have been enriched by the ancient spiritual discipline of tithing. He discovers people along the way who do not understand the ... Tithing: Test Me in This by Douglas LeBlanc
On 3/4 Henk-Jan van der Klis wrote: Douglas LeBlanc's latest book in the Ancient Practices Series, Tithing: Test me in this covers the for many delicate subject of tithing. Rather than providing biblical exegesis on this topic LeBlanc briefly only briefly touched the practice in the Introduction. The main part of his book consists of interviews ... Douglas LeBlanc – Tithing: test me in this
On 3/3 Pat Hannon wrote: I recently read the most challenging and inspiring book I’ve read in a long time. Unbelievably, it’s a book on tithing! Douglas Leblanc’s Tithing: Test Me in This is the latest title in the Ancient Practices Series. In this book Leblanc challenges us to practice the discipline of tithing. He does ... Book Review: Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 3/3 L J Roth wrote: Tithing: test me in this by Douglas LeBlanc is part of The Ancient Practices series from Thomas Nelson Books cr 2010 We have all heard the term tithing. Most associate it with religion and with money. This book by Douglas LeBlanc, a trained journalist, takes the reader on a journey and shares eleven ... Tithing: Test Me In This : a book review
On 3/3 Michael Perkins wrote: This book is part of Thomas Nelson’s “The Ancient Practices Series” I just finished reading: Tithing by Douglas Leblanc. The thing that interested me in the book was the topic of discussion. As a Christian, Tithing is probably the most misunderstood spiritual discipline that there is. I am ... Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 3/2 Katrina McClain wrote: I am a long believer in tithing, if only a time recent practitioner, and I wondered if the book would parallel why I believe in tithing. Instead of pulling from his own experiences as a tither, Mr. LeBlanc decided to travel the country and interview those who have been life long tithers. The tale that ... Tithing: test me in this
On 3/2 Don McGarvey wrote: The idea of tithing as a life style or better yet as a stewardship of all that is given to us in life was very refreshing and challenging. The idea of purposely living onless than we make so we can use our resources to support our church, ministries and those in need is veyr biblical and very much a ... Tithing, Test Me In this by Douglas Leblanc
On 3/1 Christina Puntigam wrote: Tithing: Test Me In This is a collection of interviews of people who tithe and the effects that it has had on their lives. All of the interviews are well written and the reader gets to know the various subjects of the book quite well, but overall, the book falls short of actually broadening ones understanding ... Tithing: Test Me in This
On 3/1 Adam Shields wrote: Tithing can be a tricky topic in some crowds. I have never really understood why it is such a taboo subject. Maybe it is because I am a pastor’s kid, maybe it is because it was never really a question whether you gave or not. So I guess I do not really understand the trepidation that many people have ... Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc: The Ancient Practice Series
On 2/27 Lydia Presley wrote: Tithing: Test Me in This by Douglas Leblanc Buy Tithing: Test Me in This on Amazon I received this book from BookSneeze (formerly Thomas Nelson Publishers) and was hoping that, while this isn’t my usual type of book, it would interesting enough to hold my attention. This is a small book and I was grateful for that. ... Tithing: Test Me in This by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/26 Wendy Marshall wrote: Far from being a long and tedious theological argument for tithing, this book takes a fresh approach. The author tells experiences of number of Americans who practice tithing. The overwhelming impression is that tithing is a basic guideline that God gives to believers. The interviewees felt that it was ... Tithing Test Me in This
On 2/24 Delois McKay wrote: "In these uncertain times, does it really make sense to tithe?" This is the question that the author of Tithing sets out to answer in this book from The Ancient Practices series which explores traditional spiritual disciplines used for centuries in the Christian Church and tithing is one of these disciplines. ... Does it Make Sense?
On 2/23 Kristine McGuire wrote: There are two practices or disciplines within Christianity which many people struggle with incorporating into their lives. Fasting and tithing. In his book Tithing: Test Me In This (from The Ancient Practices Series), Douglas LeBlanc takes us on an interesting tour over seven states in search of people ... Book Review ~ Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc
On 2/23 Michelle Knowles wrote: When Douglas LeBlanc’s “Tithing” (part of Tyndale’s Ancient Practices series) was first presented to me, I was very excited, as it is a topic in which I have been greatly interested for quite a while. I expected the usual sort of product in which Scripture was explained & in which pastors & scholars ... “Tithing: Test Me in This” by Douglas LeBlanc
On 2/23 Rhiana Jones wrote: Tithing: Test me in This by Douglas LeblancTithing is Volume VII in Thomas Nelson's Ancient Practices series, a eight volume series on the seven ancient practices from the bible. Religion journalist Douglas Leblanc takes awesome task of explaining why people tithe, not by giving a drab sermon or quoting ... Tithing: Test me in This by Douglas Leblanc - Book Review
On 2/22 Joe Donaldson wrote: I’ve just completed reading a book that took me by surprise. Douglas Leblanc interviewed more than a dozen different religious leaders in this thoughtful contribution to The Ancient Practice Series published by Thomas Nelson simply titled Tithing. I was surprised that I would enjoy reading ... Tithing
On 2/22 Jason Taber wrote: Tithing - Test Me in This is a book in the Ancient Practices series. The book is intended to take a look at the biblical practice of tithing. This book is a collection of short stories about people who tithe. I was expecting an in depth look at the tithing practices of different Christian denominations ... Little to do with tithing
On 2/22 Joanna Holman wrote: Tithing is one of those subjects that can get Christians really worked up- both for or against tithing as a mandatory practice for Christians. In his book Tithing, Douglas Leblanc sidesteps the debates and instead lets people who do tithe tell their stories of why they do it and how they have found the ... Book review: Douglas Leblanc- Tithing
On 2/21 Lynnea Mueller wrote: Each chapter of this book was supposedly a different person's view of tithing. However, after the first couple chapters, I had a hard time relating the mini-biographies of the people to their tithing comments. But here are a few points I enjoyed: Several times Malachi 3:10 was mentioned ("Test me in ... Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc
On 2/19 Stephen Barkley wrote: Tithing is the story of 11 different people or couples who find that ancient practice to be an important part of their spiritual lives. The strength of this book lies in the diversity of its subjects. You’ll find everyone from fundamentalists to liberals between these covers, which only lends strength ... A Survey of North American Tithing Practices
On 2/18 Danielle Wallace wrote: Book Review: Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc I recently joined a program at booksneeze.com, which is run by Thomas Nelson Publishers, that allows you to receive and review books before they are officially released in the hopes of getting out the word of certain books. This is my first foray in this venture, ... TITHING bt DOUGLAS LEBLANC
On 2/18 Karyn Craft wrote: The title of this book basically tells you what it is about: tithing. However, it is not written in a typical style of a bunch of rules about tithing and why it’s important. Instead, the author interviews people of various denominations about their practices and view on tithing. While at times there ... Tithing: Test Me in This by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/18 Dana Rongione wrote: Tithing is part of the Ancient Practices Series written by Douglas Leblanc. In the book, he tells the stories of several families whose lives were changed as a result of their decision to tithe. The key verse he uses is found in Malachi 3:10 and says, "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that ... TITHING by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/17 Jennifer Gerhardt wrote: I recently read Tithing: Test Me in This by Douglas Leblanc, another title in Thomas Nelson's Ancient Practices series. Unlike other volumes in this collective work, Leblanc shies away from personal exploration or scholarly research, choosing instead to study tithing in action. Leblanc takes a journalistic ... Convincing
On 2/17 Brandon Cunningham wrote: When I received the book "Tithing" by Douglas LeBlanc, I was already reading a couple of books and didn’t want to add a third. I figured I had read a number of books on tithing and had the basic outline of the concept. When you first open the book you find out the author really didn’t desire to ... Review of Douglas Leblanc’s Tithing: Test Me In This
On 2/17 Melody Merchant wrote: I saw the title of this book, and thought, "I can always use a challenge to be less selfish and more generous with my money right?" "Tithing" didn't quite meet my expectations, however. It is a journalistic account of 11 people's lives and their views on tithing - not necessarily being generous, but ... "Tithing" by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/16 Jim Kane wrote: “The essence of my stewardship theology is the belief that we are God’s colleagues.” The Reverend Ed Bacon If you are looking for a good Biblical exegesis and exposition on tithing… do not buy this book. But, if you are looking for good preaching and teaching material on tithing,… DO buy this book! I loved this book for ... Review of Douglas Leblanc’s Tithing: Test Me In This
On 2/15 Ginger Holloway wrote: When I picked up the book "Tithing" by Douglas LeBlanc, I expected to read another book that tried to convince me that it was my responsibility as a Christian to tithe 10% of my income to the church. I expected biblical support to demonstrate why tithing was a must-do for everyone who followed God. However, ... Tithing
On 2/14 Larry Vandergriff wrote: What a refreshing approach to a divisive topic! Rather than write a how to or a must do tithing book, Mr. LeBlanc presents people actively living their faith. He doesn’t go into depth as to why tithing is necessary. He gives people the chance to describe their experiences of how they started tithing ... TITHING: Test Me in This” by Douglas LeBlanc
On 2/14 Wesley Dowler wrote: Journalist Douglas LeBlanc approaches the topic of tithing by interviewing 11 people from various backgrounds, but united in one fundamental belief: tithing is not an unpleasant and legalistic church mandate, but rather allows people to grasp a deeper understanding of how we can fulfill God’s will. ... Tithing: Test Me in This
On 2/14 J.D. Jespersen wrote: I recently joined a program at booksneeze.com, which is run by Thomas Nelson Publishers, that allows you to receive and review books before they are officially released in the hopes of getting out the word of certain books. This is my first foray in this venture, and it is a book on quite the interesting ... Book Review: Tithing by Douglas LeBlanc
On 2/13 Tommy Brown wrote: Tithing by Leblanc captures the author's interviews with several individuals who practice the ancient discipline of tithing. In classic journalistic fashion, he allows the people being interviewed to provide the content on the topic of tithing, and comments on his interactions with them, rather than ... Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/11 Sandy Munshower wrote: This is not a title to which many would be drawn, but personally knowing the blessings of consistently tithing over the years, I wanted to see what this author had in mind. Each chapter is the story of someone who has practiced tithing. Since it is a compilation of various peoples' lives of tithing, ... Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/11 Andrew Moritz wrote: Tithing by Douglas LeblancWhen I first received this book, I did not know too much about it besides that the author had interviewed people from a variety of backgrounds. Upon further investigation of it, however, I saw that it was a part of a series edited by Phyllis Tickle, and had contributors such ... Book Review 1
On 2/10 Beth Hudspeth wrote: My review of Tithing: Test Me in This. This book was not what I expected at all. I wasn't sure what to expect, quite honestly. It blended nicely the use of Biblical text and real world situations to show tithing as more than an "old, outdated practice." Each chapter is written using it's subjects verbage ... Tithing, Test Me in This
On 2/10 Paul Huffman wrote: Tithing:Test Me In This by Douglas Leblanc is book seven in the Thomas Nelson Ancient Practices series. The series takes a look at several aspects of many ancient religions with a slant towards how they apply to Christianity. In this book the topic is tithing. However, instead of a heavy, scholarly discussion ... Ex Libris: Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/9 brenda keller wrote: First of all, I have read all of the ancient practices series and have loved every single title. Tithing is the 7th volume. I think there's pressure in society to only move forward, but God intends for us to remember the ancient practices that we might establish a lasting relationship with Him. I ... test me in this
On 2/8 Michelle Sherman wrote: Title: Tithing: Test Me in ThisAuthor: Douglas LeBlancPages: 152Source: Publisher, via BooksneezeChallenges: Read 'n' Review challengeRating: 5/10Summary (From book jacket):Douglas LeBlanc traveled to seven states and a dozen cities within those states to talk to the people you'll read about here -- ... Review: Tithing: Test Me in This by Douglas LeBlanc
On 2/8 Clint Walker wrote: Tithing by Douglas Leblanc is a book in a series of books called The Ancient Practices Series by Thomas Nelson Publishers. Each of the books in the series picks up on a historic practice of the Christian Church throughout its history, shares its importance, and speaks about how the practice can be best ... Book Review: Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/8 Ian McLaren wrote: Tithing: Test Me In This is the latest title in the Ancient Practices Series (Phyllis Tickle, ed.). Lauren and I have quite enjoyed the other books in this series, and have been challenged to incorporate the ancient practices into our modern lives. This book, however, doesn’t come close to reaching the level of the previous ... tithing by douglas leblanc
On 2/8 Amanda Pelser wrote: The latest book in the Thomas Nelson Ancient Practices Series tackles the topic of tithing. Tithing is a subject that many churches and many Christians often shy away from discussing. Douglas LeBlanc shows, through a series of interviews, why people tithe and what God has done in their lives because ... Tithing by Doulas LeBlanc
On 2/8 Ben Simpson wrote: Belief and practice should fit together like hand and glove, and Thomas Nelson Publishing continues to remind us of this very fact through their Ancient Practices Series. In Douglas LeBlanc's Tithing: Test Me in This, we have yet another helpful installment chronicling a spiritual exercise in the ... Brief Book Review :: The Ancient Practices Series: Douglas LeBlanc's Tithing: Test Me in This
On 2/8 Sonya Iliff wrote: Title: Tithing Test Me in This Author: Douglas Leblanc Rating: Good for you if… Reason for Reading: I received this book as a part of the BookSneeze program by Thomas Nelson publishers. I chose it over other books, because I’m a person who tithes and I wanted to read others’ views of tithing. Summary: The book Tithing is ... Tithing by Douglas Leblanc
On 2/7 Jake Malloy wrote: Tithing, by Douglas Leblanc, is a part of the Ancient Practices Series, which consists of eight books on spiritual disciplines and their role in the life of the believer. This appears to be the last one written in the series. Overall, I think that the layout of the book is a great idea. Instead of giving ... Giving 10%
On 2/7 Debra Brinkman wrote: Part of the Ancient Practices Series, I was really interested in reading Tithing by Douglas Leblanc. I'm not sure what exactly I expected, but this wasn't it. I think I assumed there would be lists of Bible verses telling me that we are commanded to tithe, or a long discussion about whether or not a ... What I've been reading
On 2/7 Isabelle Lussier wrote: Tithing – Test me in ThisWritten by Douglas LeblancPublished at Thomas NelsonAbout the bookStories of people who live a generous and happy life (and why you'll want to live that way too).Journalist Douglas LeBlanc travels the nation to talk with believers whose lives have been enriched by the ancient ... Tithing
On 2/6 Casey Taylor wrote: Douglas LeBlanc’s Tithing: Test Me in This isn’t your typical book about money and God. Instead of going for the financial jugular by whipping out Bible verse after Bible verse, LeBlanc explores tithing – the practice of giving 10% of one’s income to God – by interviewing tithers. This ... "Tithing: Test Me in This"
On 2/5 Clifton Ditmore wrote: Tithing is one of the books in The Ancient Practices Series being edited by Phyllis Tickle and published by Thomas Nelson. A text for this series is: "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls." Jeremiah ... Tithing
On 2/5 Gina Flynn wrote: Tithing has long been a controversial subject within the Christian community, and most Christians have a very strong opinion on it one way or the other. I believe that tithing, while it began as an Old Testament practice, is also clearly a New Testament directive (see this book for several good Scripture ... Book Review - Tithing Test Me In This
On 2/4 Alexis Mathews wrote: Tithing: Trust Me in This by Douglas LeBlanc is a compilation of interviews performed across the country with people who are biblically committed to tithing. LeBlanc interviews eleven different persons regarding their journey towards tithing stewardship. Most people interviewed in this book are ... Book Review & Giveaway: TIthing: Trust Me in This
On 2/3 Blair Roberts wrote: i suck at tithing. i often use the excuse that i will tithe in my own, disorganized way. buying coffee for people sometimes, and responding in emergencies…but generally, i suck at tithing. i have always wrestled with tithing as i like to hold onto things. i like my money. it makes me feel powerful to ... Tithing: A Book Review
On 2/3 David Kludt wrote: Douglas Leblanc, a journalist, contributed this volume to the Ancient Practices series edited by Phyllis Tickle exploring the major disciples or practices of the historic Christian faith. I’ve read one other book in this series (The Sacred Meal by Nora Gallagher), but each volume in the series ... Tithing (book review)
On 2/3 Sarah Cato wrote: In Tithing: Test Me in This, LeBlanc travels the country to hear the testimonies of men and women of faith who have been impacted and blessed by their personal faithfulness in tithing to their church. LeBlanc makes it clear right out of the gate that this is not a book of theology, and is not an attempt ... Tithing: Test Me In This by Douglas LeBlanc-- A Review
On 2/2 Dawn Thomas wrote: Tithing by Douglas LeBlancIn seeing this title you think that this book is going to have some insights since the book is in the Ancient Practices Series. The book is quiet boring, with other’s stories. You might find it interesting, but to me, I did not. I however did find myself relating to the last ... Tithing
On 2/2 Daniel Kam wrote: I just finished reading Tithing: Test Me in This (The Ancient Practices Series) by Douglas LeBlanc given to me by Thomas Nelson’s prior to its release. The book is easy to read and contains a lot of storytelling. My only problem with the book is the title. It comes from the “ancient practices” series, but ... Tithing: Test Me in This
On 2/2 Cherie Hill wrote: “Tithing,” by Douglas Leblanc is part of The Ancient Practices Series published by Thomas Nelson. The book envelopes incredible testimonies of God’s people obeying the command to tithe. The book has a unique approach in that it doesn’t get into theological discussion about tithing. Personally, ... Testimonies to God's Faithfulness
On 2/1 Cafe Lily Book Reviews wrote: LeBlanc's motivation for writing this book was to demonstrate "tithing in action" to his readers by sharing the stories of a wide variety of believers who have tithed and experienced the benefits in their lives. LeBlanc traveled to seven different states gathering the stories and experiences of the ... BOOK REVIEW: Tithing: Test Me in This (The Ancient Practices Series)
On 1/31 Michael Wilson wrote: Journalist Douglas LeBlanc travels the nation to talk with believers whose lives have been enriched by the ancient spiritual discipline of tithing. This is one thing that initially drew me to this book. I sat down and read in within two days. Mr. LeBlanc does a great job of interviewing people from ... A journalists journey into the lives of people who practice tithing.