Thanks for the comments. I do have to disagree with you somewhat, as we have not been asked (at least not yet) to give everything and live the law of consecration. We have been asked to give 10%. The remaining 90% is under our stewardship, in order to support our families, raise our children, help others, maintain a righteous life, etc. This is the law that we are currently commanded to live. As far as underpayment of tithing in the past, I guess that would be up to the individual to decide whether they need to pay extra in order to catch up. I have heard stories of people doing such and being blessed for their dedication. I guess in my mind, I am just looking at practical ways to accurately give the Lord his 10%. For this portion of money I am trying to manage, I can either give him his money now, or later when I retire. I am leaning towards reducing the amount of tithing that I am paying now over the next several months until I am "even" again. However, with the extra money that I will now have, I am not going to run out and spend it on a new car or vacation or anything like that...that just doesn't feel right. Rather, I am planning on paying a more generous fast offering, increase my savings, and pay off some debt faster.
