Deuteronomy 26:4-15 gives us a model for praying over our tithes and offerings, something we should do at home as we prepare our tithes and offerings before bringing them into the House of the Lord.
Is it wrong to wait until you get to church and pray corporately when the tithes and offerings are given? No, it isn't, no more so than it's not wrong to wait until you get to church to write your tithe and offering check. But it does say something about the condition of your heart, which is what God is really interested in.
Taking the time to write your tithe and offering check at home, first, before any other check; and then dedicating your tithes and offerings through prayer, personalized to fit your situation and to tell God how thankful you are for the seed He's given you to sow and for all He's done in your life, shows God He truly has your heart and that you really trust Him as your source rather than waiting until you get to church to write your check and praying corporately with your brothers and sisters in Christ (which should also do).
God will honor the sacrifice of your time, your tithes & offerings and your prayers, if you choose to put Him first instead of your convenience.
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