Originally Posted by Terumoto

Oh ok. Just asking, because a lot of the churches near me spend the money on like, a new stain glass window or a piano or some crap, instead of things that are worthwhile.

All I was saying in that second bit is you should give without expecting anything in return. If the only reason you are giving is to receive those blessings or to be able to boast about god, then it just doesnt seem right.