The viral controversy around Marvin Sapp's offering approach provides an opportunity to examine biblical principles of giving and where church fundraising tactics may cross important scriptural lines.
• Exploring Marvin Sapp's "close the doors" offering technique that went viral on social media
• Biblical perspective from 2 Corinthians 9:7 warning against giving "under compulsion"
• How prosperity follows prophecy while maintaining the principle of cheerful giving
• Distinguishing between legitimate prophetic offering calls versus manipulative tactics
• Why creating pressure through closed doors contradicts the spirit of joyful giving
• Learning to hear God's voice personally when deciding whether and how much to give
• Finding balance between honoring scriptural models of miracle offerings without obligation
• Recognizing that the atmosphere of an offering should welcome God's presence, not fear
• Examples of biblical fundraising that involved prophetic words without compulsion
• Approaching church giving practices with discernment rather than judgment
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