Solutions, while challenging, are straightforward and transformative. First and foremost, Utah’s Christian churches must boldly reclaim authentic, biblical Christianity. True revival requires immediate repentance from self-protective silence, followed by radical commitment to openly and lovingly proclaiming Christ’s true identity and teachings. Utah’s churches must courageously highlight and clarify the profound differences between the biblical Christ and the LDS counterfeit, yet always in love, humility, and grace—never through hostility or arrogance.

Practically, the Great Basin Christian communities can model genuine Christianity through their actions, specifically by immediately rejecting Mammon-driven practices and abolishing enforced tithes. If LDS members see genuine Christian churches thriving spiritually, relationally, and even financially without coercive giving, it will speak louder than a thousand debates or pamphlets. Imagine the powerful witness if every Christian church in Utah embraced radical, voluntary generosity, visibly sharing resources and transforming local communities without passing collection plates or making financial demands. TITHING IS NOT BIBLICAL, IT'S SATANICAL. This striking difference would undeniably attract questioning LDS members, forcing them to confront their own leadership about forced tithing and financial secrecy.

Local Christian congregations should become undeniable examples of radical compassion—intentionally and visibly caring for widows, orphans, the disabled, elderly, and vulnerable. As discussed earlier, true Christianity according to Scripture involves practical, selfless care and communal generosity (James 1:27; Acts 4:32-35). If Utah’s LDS members witnessed firsthand that genuine Christianity flourishes without hierarchies, wealth-hoarding, or secretive financial operations, the pressure for reform within the LDS institution would dramatically increase. Or, they would join us.

In hundreds of conversations with current and former LDS members, a recurring theme emerged clearly: authenticity and transparency are deeply compelling. LDS members increasingly yearn for genuine community and truthful spiritual guidance, weary of secrecy and control. If they observed local Christian communities transparently stewarding their resources, openly caring for the needy, and authentically following Christ’s teachings, the attractiveness of genuine faith could spark significant internal pressure on LDS leadership. This grassroots pressure could ultimately drive systemic change, leading many leaders to repent publicly and resign, recognizing their failure to steward faithfully.

The key to this transformative witness lies in visible, practical, and radical Christianity: believers embracing biblical generosity without coercion, compassionately serving their neighbors without condition, and courageously speaking truth without fear. History demonstrates clearly that change—especially spiritual awakening—often arises from compassionate confrontation and bold authenticity, not timid silence.

My investigative journey revealed a path forward that is both hopeful and challenging. Utah’s non-LDS Christian churches now face a historic opportunity to reclaim the genuine witness of Jesus Christ and confront doctrinal distortion with transformative grace. By actively modeling transparent generosity, boldly clarifying Christ’s identity, and radically embracing authentic community care, local Christian communities can become irresistible examples of God’s Kingdom, practically demonstrating the contrast between biblical faith and counterfeit religiosity–ALL BY GRACE WORKING THROUGH LOVE.

The stakes have never been higher. Silence and complacency no longer suffice. Courageous action, transparent authenticity, and Spirit-led compassion offer the only sustainable path toward genuine revival and lasting transformation.

Standing again in the streets of Salt Lake City, surrounded by countless souls earnestly seeking truth, I see clearly the compelling choice before Utah’s churches today: remain silent and complicit, or courageously reclaim the name and glory of Jesus Christ, visibly demonstrating the true Kingdom through genuine generosity, radical compassion, and fearless authenticity.

The question is simple, yet eternally significant: will we, the Christian churches of Utah, finally rise to meet this divine moment?

The answer could change everything.

Truth or Tradition: How Biblical is the LDS Tithing System?

Imagine Jared, a lifelong member of the LDS Church, sitting across from me in a quiet St George café, his voice cracked with frustration and sorrow. "I gave faithfully for decades," he confided, "I tithed because I was promised blessings and temple worthiness. But now, I’m starting to wonder—was any of this real?"

His question lingered in the air, prompting me to undertake an intensive, Scripture-centered investigation using the Bible. My goal: to share the tithing practices of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through the unfiltered lens of biblical truth. What he discovered revealed troubling deviations from biblical principles and raised serious questions about the LDS tithing model itself.

LDS Tithing vs. Biblical Tithing

First, I showed him the original instructions on tithing given by God to Israel. In the Old Testament, tithes are explicitly agricultural—consisting of crops, livestock, and produce—given specifically to sustain the Levites, who had no land inheritance (Leviticus 27:30, Numbers 18:21). The tithing system provided direct physical sustenance to temple priests and their families, never money alone, and was intricately bound to the temple system and sacrifices.

In stark contrast, the LDS Church mandates a financial tithe of precisely 10% of one's monetary income. According to official LDS doctrine, paying this full tithe is not simply generosity; it's compulsory, required to achieve and maintain temple worthiness. Members who faithfully tithe gain exclusive access to sacred LDS temple rites, eternal family blessings, and spiritual privileges–none of which are Biblical. Those unable or unwilling to pay face severe spiritual and social consequences, including exclusion from vital ordinances and ceremonies.

Yet, in the New Testament, neither Jesus nor His apostles mandated compulsory tithing to maintain spiritual or eternal privileges. Instead, Jesus consistently emphasized voluntary generosity, compassion, and radical self-giving love (Luke 21:1-4, Matthew 6:2-4). Apostle Paul taught explicitly that giving should be voluntary and joyful, never "under compulsion" (2 Corinthians 9:7).

So how did the LDS system drift so drastically from clear biblical teachings?

Why the Drastic Deviation?

My research uncovered a troubling root cause: the LDS tithing system evolved not from clear biblical commands but from the visions and teachings of founder Joseph Smith and subsequent LDS prophets. Mormon leaders instituted and rigidly enforced mandatory tithing as a requirement for full membership participation, temple access, and eternal exaltation—concepts entirely absent from Scripture. Thus, the LDS tithing system became closely linked with control, exclusivity, and conditional rewards, rather than authentic generosity or biblical stewardship.

In fact, the LDS Church model diverges so significantly from biblical standards that it raises serious ethical and theological concerns. Members are explicitly instructed that withholding tithes will directly affect their eternal destiny—placing enormous pressure on families, creating spiritual anxiety, and fostering a culture of transactional faith rather than genuine, selfless devotion by Grace.

Comparing the LDS System to Jesus' Commands

The New Testament model, particularly Jesus' own teachings, vividly contrasts the LDS system. Jesus taught believers to freely, secretly, and joyfully give without expectation or condition. His ministry emphasized radical generosity, sacrificial love, and a community sustained by voluntary care, rather than religious duty or enforced obligations (Acts 4:32-35).

The LDS model—compulsory, strictly regulated, financially driven, and spiritually conditional—reflects the very opposite of Christ’s liberating message. By mandating financial tithing as a condition for essential spiritual privileges, the LDS system directly contradicts Jesus' explicit commands against transactional giving and manipulative religious practices (Matthew 6:3-4, Matthew 23:23).

Consequences of Unbiblical Tithing Practices

The consequences of the LDS tithing model are deeply troubling. Members often tithe faithfully, believing their salvation and eternal blessings depend directly on financial obedience. This transactional system fosters spiritual confusion, anxiety, and ultimately—spiritual bondage. Rather than growing authentic, joyful generosity, the compulsory LDS system breeds resentment, secrecy, fear, and religious control.

Furthermore, the vast financial wealth accumulated by the LDS Church—estimated conservatively at over $250 billion—remains largely hidden and undisclosed to rank-and-file members, fueling deep ethical and spiritual questions about transparency and stewardship.

Biblical Solutions and Urgent Reforms

So, what are the solutions, and how can the LDS Church begin to return to biblical integrity?

The first step is transparent repentance: LDS leaders must acknowledge openly the fundamental differences between their system and biblical Christianity, openly confessing the transactional, manipulative practices at the heart of their tithing doctrines. Authentic biblical reform demands a swift and complete shift from compulsory giving towards voluntary, generous, Spirit-led stewardship.

Imagine an LDS Church—or a post-LDS spiritual community—embracing voluntary generosity, releasing members from spiritual pressure, manipulation, and fear. Envision a movement where giving emerges naturally from heartfelt gratitude and authentic love rather than coercion or obligation. Such a radical shift could eventually restore spiritual health, trust, and authenticity within communities currently burdened by conditional faith.

In fact, biblical generosity naturally multiplies resources and spreads joy, community health, and spiritual vitality. A church built entirely on voluntary, grace-fueled generosity—as modeled by Christ—would powerfully transform communities, attracting LDS members seeking genuine freedom and authentic faith. Such a vibrant Christian community, flourishing without mandated tithes, would irresistibly pressure LDS leadership to reconsider, repent, and reform.

A Call to Radical Change

Today, the choice for the LDS Church is urgent and clear. To continue practicing unbiblical, transactional tithing is not merely misguided—it is spiritually dangerous, morally questionable, and profoundly opposed to Christ’s teachings. Yet, the door to change remains open. Authentic biblical stewardship awaits, offering liberation, transparency, and spiritual renewal.

Standing again with Jared as our imagined conversation concluded, hope began to emerge in his eyes. "If we truly follow Jesus," he reflects, "our giving should be joyful, free, and genuine—never forced. That's the biblical path I want now."

He would be right. The Bible provides clear guidance, unambiguous commands, and a beautiful vision of genuine generosity rooted solely in Christ’s finished work on the cross.

For LDS leaders and members alike, the invitation now is to courageously reclaim biblical truth, stepping boldly into a life and community defined by radical, voluntary generosity—a generosity that authentically honors Jesus Christ, glorifies God, and truly transforms lives.

That, I discovered, is the only giving that truly matters.

Faith Without Borders: The Astonishing Model of George Müller and the Future of the Great Basin Church

In the bustling streets of 19th-century Bristol, England, one man stood courageously against religious formality, institutional corruption, and societal neglect. His name was George Müller, and what he accomplished by simply trusting in God’s grace was nothing short of miraculous. Over his lifetime, Müller cared for over 10,000 orphans—feeding, educating, clothing, and sheltering them entirely without ever publicly asking for funds, collecting a single tithe, or relying on government assistance. His secret? Radical faith, profound trust in God’s goodness, and relentless dependence upon grace alone.

But how exactly did Müller accomplish such extraordinary feats of generosity? More importantly, can Müller’s model be replicated today, especially within communities here in Utah and the greater Great Basin region?

Driven by these questions, I revisited the journals and records detailing Müller’s radical methods. What emerged was a breathtaking portrait of living entirely by biblical faith, characterized by total dependency upon God’s provision and radical commitment to prayerful stewardship.

George Müller’s Revolutionary Model of Faith

Müller firmly rejected fundraising appeals, coercion, or manipulation. Instead, he followed five straightforward yet profound biblical principles:

Total Reliance on Prayer – Müller made every need known directly to God alone, confidently trusting God’s promise of provision (Philippians 4:19).

Absolute Transparency – Every penny received was carefully documented, openly reported, and faithfully stewarded, cultivating a culture of trust and accountability (2 Corinthians 8:20-21).

Radical Generosity and Simplicity – Müller chose personal simplicity, willingly sacrificing comforts to care radically and abundantly for orphans, embodying the servant leadership of Christ (Acts 20:35).

Unwavering Commitment to Scripture – Müller passionately believed and taught that God’s promises were entirely reliable, practical, and sufficient to meet every genuine human need (Matthew 6:33).

Immediate Obedience and Action – Müller never delayed obedience. Whenever God revealed a need, Müller immediately moved forward in faith, trusting divine provision to follow obedient action (James 2:14-17).

By consistently and faithfully applying these biblical principles, Müller never experienced lack. Astonishingly, through countless small miracles and unexpected blessings, Müller’s ministry thrived, becoming a vivid, practical demonstration of the sufficiency of God’s grace in every circumstance.

Immediate Steps for Radical Change

Reflecting on Müller’s remarkable legacy, we can immediately adopt a similar model of biblical stewardship right here in the Great Basin region. The path forward, while challenging, is straightforward, practical, and transformative. Here’s exactly what our communities and churches can immediately implement:

Step-by-Step Guide to Müller’s Model of Biblical Stewardship

Step 1: Publicly Declare Dependence on God Alone
Church leaders openly reject compulsory tithing practices, clearly communicating their decision to trust God’s provision solely through prayer and voluntary generosity (Philippians 4:6-7).

Step 2: Immediate Transparency and Accountability
Church finances immediately become fully transparent. Open, frequent financial reporting eliminates suspicion, fear, and secrecy, fostering authentic trust among members (2 Corinthians 8:20-21).

Step 3: Establish Radical Prayer Practices
Leaders and members dedicate daily intentional prayer times to specifically ask God’s provision, guidance, and supernatural generosity to meet practical needs (Matthew 7:7-8).

Step 4: Immediate and Direct Community Action
Churches immediately direct resources to caring for local widows, orphans, elderly, disabled, and vulnerable individuals, actively living out authentic biblical community care (James 1:27).

Step 5: Cultivate Radical Generosity through Example
Church leaders personally embrace simplicity, intentionally reducing lifestyle expenses, modeling generosity, and visibly demonstrating sacrificial stewardship (1 Timothy 6:17-19).

Step 6: Mobilize the Whole Community
Openly communicate and actively demonstrate God’s miraculous provision regularly. Celebrate answered prayers and share testimonies widely, inspiring growing community faith and generosity (Psalm 145:4-7).

Visualizing a Faith-Driven Future in the Great Basin

Imagine, for a moment, South Jordan and indeed the entire Great Basin region—adopting Müller’s revolutionary model. Churches become vibrant centers of authentic, practical compassion. Orphanages, foster-care homes, senior-care facilities, healthcare clinics, mental health centers, and community centers spontaneously arise, generously funded and miraculously sustained through radical faith alone. Without passing a collection plate, without enforcing tithes, without anxious fundraising campaigns—simply by relying entirely on God’s grace through fervent prayer and obedient action—real, measurable community transformation emerges.

LDS neighbors witnessing genuine Christian communities thriving without compulsory giving would inevitably experience profound spiritual curiosity. As they observe biblical generosity practically meeting every community need, LDS members would be irresistibly drawn toward this authentic faith. Such a transformative witness would place powerful internal pressure on LDS leadership, compelling repentance and reform.

This vision, while seemingly radical today, was Müller’s everyday reality. What might feel impossible now was commonplace for Müller—not because Müller was special, but because God’s promises are entirely reliable. The same grace, the same provision, and the same faithfulness that sustained Müller are abundantly available today.

Why Not Here, Why Not Now?

The consequences of neglecting this biblical vision are severe: continued compromise, ongoing community neglect, perpetual spiritual stagnation, and missed opportunities for genuine revival.

Yet the moment we decisively embrace Müller’s model, incredible transformation begins. Communities experience vibrant renewal. Families witness authentic generosity firsthand. Churches become credible, inspiring witnesses to Christ’s living presence. And most significantly, lives previously burdened by anxiety, financial pressure, and spiritual confusion experience immediate liberation.

In every sense, Müller’s example is not merely historical—it’s profoundly relevant and urgently needed today.

Standing on a bustling Salt Lake City sidewalk, picturing Müller’s orphanages flourishing by faith alone, the invitation to radical trust becomes unmistakably clear. Utah and the Great Basin region stand at a crossroads. The question now isn’t if we should embrace Müller’s model, but how swiftly we can implement these biblical, transformative steps.

The time has arrived to move beyond tradition and fear, embracing instead a radical, vibrant faith rooted entirely in Christ’s promise of sufficiency. Müller’s legacy offers compelling proof: God’s grace truly is enough. His promises genuinely are trustworthy.

The question remains: will the Great Basin churches have the courage to trust Him completely?

Today, it’s time to step forward boldly in faith and discover firsthand the breathtaking miracles Müller experienced—right here, in our own communities.

"Thus Says the King: I Have Come to Cleanse My House"

Imagine Jesus Christ Himself standing before a gathered assembly of Utah’s church leaders, His eyes ablaze with holy fire, His voice full of both authority and tender compassion. What would He say about your tithing practices, your leadership, and the condition of His Church today?

Here is what I believe, based firmly upon His clear messages to the seven churches in Revelation, the King of Kings would declare to us now:

**"I know your deeds, that you appear successful and wealthy, yet inwardly you are impoverished, entangled in greed and bound by fear. You have enforced tithes through guilt and manipulation, placing burdens upon My people that I have not commanded.

Hear Me clearly: I am finished with the ways of Jezebel—control, coercion, and manipulation. No longer will you twist generosity into obligation or use My name to justify financial bondage. My house shall be called a house of prayer, but you have made it a house of commerce, profit, and deceit. Repent swiftly, or I Myself will come and remove your authority.

To those who practice the ways of the Nicolaitans—those who divide My Body into clergy and laity, enforcing hierarchies that I never ordained—hear My warning: I hate these practices and am now calling you urgently to repent. I will dismantle your structures built on control and fear, for I am reestablishing My true shepherds—those who serve in humility and who live by radical generosity, freely sharing what they freely received.
And you, leaders of the Laodicean church, wake up! You claim prosperity and independence, yet you are spiritually blind, poor, and empty. Your wealth deceives you, masking spiritual poverty beneath layers of earthly success. I counsel you—abandon immediately your trust in wealth, for true gold comes from refining fire, from obedience and surrender.
Be zealous, and repent immediately, for the time of My patience with your ways has ended.**

Christ's words cut sharply, yet His rebuke comes from infinite love. He speaks urgently because His desire is freedom for His people. Freedom from spiritual bondage. Freedom from fear-based giving. Freedom from manipulation, corruption, and compromise.

But His warning also brings unparalleled hope and empowerment for His faithful remnant, for He continues:

**"To My faithful remnant, My beloved sons and daughters who have refused compromise: Lift your heads, for now is the time of your vindication and restoration. You have wept in secret for My Church; you have given joyfully and generously, even when misunderstood and mistreated. Today I open heaven’s gates wide before you. My Spirit is poured out without measure, releasing power, authority, miracles, and resources for Kingdom expansion. I commission you now: move boldly in My Name, proclaiming freedom, releasing captives, healing broken hearts, restoring what was lost. Steward My resources freely and generously, asking nothing in return, knowing My provision will never fail you. You will model to all—especially your LDS neighbors—the true, vibrant, authentic Church I intended. In this hour, I Myself will uproot every false system built upon Mammon, and establish My Kingdom afresh in your midst. Together, we shall see Utah transformed, the Great Basin Region shaken by My Glory. My Name, My True Name—Jesus, the Christ—will again be honored rightly and purely by My Church."**

Utah’s churches now stand at the edge of the greatest spiritual shift in generations. Jesus Christ, King of Kings, confronts us with urgency, clarity, and compassion, demanding repentance, surrender, and immediate obedience. The age of compromised leadership, manipulative tithing, and spiritual confusion is at its end. Jezebel, Nicolaitan, and Laodicean structures are falling now, displaced by authentic Kingdom leadership grounded in radical generosity and fearless faith.

Jesus has spoken clearly: He is reclaiming His Bride. He is purifying His House. He is opening heaven’s doors to His faithful remnant.

Today, as Utah’s churches, we must decisively choose our response. Will we cling to compromised traditions and structures already judged by Christ? Or will we courageously embrace His radical, transformative, liberating message?

The choice is clear. The King has spoken. The gates are open. Step forward boldly, in faith, humility, and repentance, and together we shall witness the greatest spiritual revival Utah—and the world—has ever known.

He who has ears, let him hear what the Spirit is saying to the churches.

PLOT TWIST: King Jesus Flips the Tables on LDS Tithing

For decades, faithful LDS members dutifully tithed—ten percent, carefully measured, faithfully given—to maintain their standing in good grace and gain full access to the temple’s sacred privileges. Their giving wasn’t simply voluntary; it was compulsory, an essential requirement embedded deeply within the church's fabric. But what if suddenly, dramatically, everything changed? What if King Jesus Himself stepped into this scenario and flipped the tables, scattering the merchants, money-changers, and those who controlled the wealth accumulated in His Name?

Imagine this breathtaking scenario: LDS faithful members—once bound by obligation, manipulation, and spiritual pressure—regaining rightful, transparent, and accountable stewardship over the staggering $250 billion empire amassed by the LDS Church. Through advanced blockchain technology and the formation of a revolutionary Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO), church members themselves now manage and steward these vast resources with complete transparency and radical accountability.

But here’s the extraordinary twist: once faithful LDS members control this vast, previously hidden wealth, the forced, compulsory tithing system instantly becomes unnecessary. With all leadership salaries, ministry needs, missions outreach, and humanitarian projects fully funded and abundantly provided for, no member would ever again feel obligated to tithe as a condition of their faith or temple access. The compulsory burden vanishes overnight.

Picture this vividly: Instead of demanding ongoing tithes, the new member-managed LDS DAO would generously distribute monthly dividends back to each individual tither. Faithful tithers, who for decades contributed under spiritual obligation, now become honored recipients of abundant "Kingdom dividends." Each dividend payment would tangibly represent the appreciation and acknowledgment of their longstanding loyalty, sacrifice, and commitment.

From obligation to blessing—from pressure to freedom. Members could choose freely and joyfully what to do with these dividends. They might generously reinvest into Kingdom initiatives, missions, and local outreach—freely, joyfully, led only by the prompting of the Holy Spirit. Or perhaps they’d invest in their families, fund local community projects, launch businesses, educate their children, or support ministries that truly honor Jesus Christ.

Under this revolutionary new model, the spirit of giving transforms dramatically. Instead of coercion or fear, the motivating force behind generosity becomes radical gratitude, authentic joy, and divine love. Members could tithe more than 10% if they wished—15%, 20%, or even more—but it would always be their own decision, joyfully and prayerfully guided by the Spirit of God alone.

Incredibly, this scenario isn’t mere fantasy; it aligns precisely with New Testament principles of generosity, stewardship, and financial transparency. Jesus consistently rejected coercion and demanded voluntary, heart-motivated giving (2 Corinthians 9:7). Moreover, His powerful act of cleansing the temple—flipping tables and driving out merchants and money-changers—proves unmistakably His stance on financial manipulation, corruption, and greed.

Today, faithful LDS members stand at a critical crossroads. With newfound awareness of the LDS church’s hidden wealth, they hold unprecedented leverage to demand immediate accountability and transparency from church leadership. Now is the pivotal moment to boldly organize, unite, and reclaim rightful stewardship over these resources. Through a decentralized, transparent DAO, LDS members can finally restore integrity, reclaim dignity, and align financial practices with authentic biblical generosity.

Envision the dramatic impact across Utah and the Great Basin Region when local communities observe faithful LDS believers managing vast resources with radical transparency, joyful generosity, and voluntary giving, without any compulsion or manipulation. The witness of such a community would prove irresistibly attractive—not only to LDS neighbors but to a watching world hungry for authenticity and genuine faith.

But this "plot twist" hinges on action. LDS members must bravely demand accountability, reject enforced tithing obligations, and openly embrace a transparent, member-managed stewardship model. The tables of obligation, manipulation, and secrecy must finally and completely be overturned by the authority of Christ Himself.

This powerful shift isn’t merely about money; it represents a dramatic spiritual awakening and radical revival. It symbolizes Jesus Christ Himself reclaiming His rightful position as Lord over His Church, cleansing His house from corruption and compromise, and restoring Kingdom values rooted in love, generosity, and freedom.

Utah now stands at the threshold of a historic turning point. Members once burdened by financial obligation have an extraordinary opportunity to become visionary stewards, joyfully managing and generously reinvesting resources for the greater Kingdom good.

Today, King Jesus is indeed flipping tables, cleansing His temple, and expelling merchants, thieves, and money-changers from the Kingdom business. This moment demands boldness, unity, and immediate action.

The choice now rests firmly in the hands of faithful LDS members:

Will you courageously embrace this divine "plot twist," stepping into radical stewardship, transparent accountability, and joyful generosity?

The invitation from King Jesus is clear, compelling, and revolutionary:

"Take back what is rightfully yours. Steward My resources generously, freely, and joyfully. For today, I am making all things new."

Living on the Edge of Grace: The Draper Pastor’s Journey to Radical Generosity

Imagine it beginning quietly, almost invisibly, in the heart of a modest, cozy home nestled in Draper, Utah. Pastor Daniel Henderson and his wife, Sarah, known locally for their gentle kindness and deep integrity, made an extraordinary decision that few, if any, knew about. The couple prayerfully chose to live on just 10% of their pastoral income, giving away the other 90%.

They made no announcement, held no ceremony, and sought no applause. They simply offered this radical decision quietly before King Jesus, asking only, "Teach us how to live through radical generosity."

What follows in the months to come, however, is nothing short of miraculous.

We can imagine their shift felt incredibly challenging. Adjustments are made—fewer dinners out, simpler meals at home, modest clothes—but soon they discovered something beautiful: incredible freedom, overwhelming joy, and a growing sense of divine provision that surpassed anything they’d previously known. Instead of scarcity, they found abundant spiritual richness, deeper relationships, and powerful opportunities to serve their community.

Yet something even more astonishing began to unfold. As they faithfully stewarded what little they kept and joyfully gave away the vast majority, Daniel and Sarah witnessed something remarkable: their income started to increase—unexpectedly and significantly. Daniel received invitations to speak and teach, publish books, and engage in various ministry opportunities that had never before arisen. Sarah found doors opening for creative endeavors and partnerships that she previously hadn’t imagined. Before long, their original income had doubled, then tripled, and eventually multiplied beyond their wildest dreams.

Even as their financial blessings multiplied, Daniel and Sarah’s lifestyle choices didn’t drift upward into extravagance. Instead, as their resources increased, their hearts yearned even more passionately to practice radical generosity. Two years into their experiment in grace-filled living, something astounding had occurred: they discovered they could comfortably and joyfully live on just 2% of their income, giving away 98% to advance the Kingdom, support missions, feed the hungry, shelter orphans, and strengthen their community.

The remarkable part? That modest 2% they now lived on exceeded the highest income they had ever previously known. Without seeking fame or fortune, this simple pastoral couple from Draper, Utah, experienced firsthand the powerful promises of Jesus Himself: "Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over." Luke 6:38

This could be you, just like George.

Imagine neighbors and friends beginning to notice the astonishing transformation—not only in their lifestyle but in the tangible, visible impact they were making in Draper and beyond. Families who had lost hope found sudden, unexpected provision. Single parents struggling quietly began experiencing abundant support. Local schools and community centers received surprising donations, enabling new programs, scholarships, and resources. Daniel and Sarah quietly and humbly fund countless community needs, anonymously whenever possible, always directing gratitude and glory toward Christ alone.

The story quietly spread, not because Daniel and Sarah sought attention, but because the beauty of genuine generosity was irresistibly attractive. People were curious. "How are they doing this?" many wondered. "Why would anyone choose to live this way?"

Their answer was always simple and humble: "We discovered the joy of truly trusting Jesus with everything we have. We learned that generosity isn’t sacrifice—it’s the doorway to an abundant life."

This imagined inspiring example was exactly how the first-century church grew. The early followers of Jesus, described vividly in Acts 4:32-35, also freely shared their resources. They lived sacrificially, joyfully, and abundantly, demonstrating to their neighbors and friends the powerful reality of grace, generosity, and radical trust in Christ. Daniel and Sarah’s story isn’t new—it is ancient and timeless, rooted firmly in Scripture.

Can you imagine the news of their generosity quietly yet powerfully impacting local LDS members, too, who began questioning their own compulsory, burdensome tithing system. Seeing Daniel and Sarah joyfully and abundantly stewarding their resources, LDS neighbors started reconsidering their beliefs about giving, generosity, and stewardship. Questions would arise within LDS circles: "Why is our giving mandatory, secretive, and anxiety-driven, while theirs is voluntary, joyful, and profoundly impactful?"

The quiet revolution begun by this modest Draper couple could eventually inspire broader community action. Local churches, seeing their authentic generosity modeled, can begin reassessing their own financial practices, shifting away from compulsory tithing toward voluntary generosity. The ripple effect can be profound, tangible, and transformative. TRUST THE WORD OF GOD.

Today, the legacy of this humble couple from Draper remains quietly extraordinary. In our imagined story, Daniel and Sarah Henderson proved by their lives the astonishing power of grace-based generosity. Their simple yet profound decision could very well challenge, inspire, and transform countless others—restoring biblical stewardship, igniting revival, and releasing extraordinary abundance and spiritual renewal in the Great Basin Region. Who will be the first to step up and become the next George Mueller?

Standing quietly with Daniel and Sarah on their front porch, let’s imagine looking over the bustling community now filled with countless families whose lives had been forever changed by their radical generosity. Daniel offers a gentle smile and reflected humbly, "This was never about money. It was always about trust—trusting Jesus fully, completely, radically.”

Their story, quiet yet astonishingly powerful, provides a compelling invitation to us all today: What might happen if we too trusted Jesus fully and completely, embracing generosity as our way of life?