I do not think it good that some churches ask its members to write their names on tithes, love gifts and offerings.

Like, honestly, it's a red flag to me.

“But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
---Matthew 6:3-4

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LordShadowfire · M

Yeah, that's one of those things that always made me wonder. You're supposed to do charity in secret, but you're expected to put your name on it? And for what? Tax purposes? You're really going to deduct that from your taxes? So then you basically didn't give anything away.

BritishPerson · 41-45, M

@LordShadowfire It's not deducted from you. The charitable organisation you are donating it to can claim it from the government i.e. they can claim from the government some of the tax you paid. The choice is simple. Do you want the government to keep that money or do you want it in the charity box for the benefit of those in need? The only person who will get to see will be the person in charge of the money in the organisation you're donating to, who will no doubt keep that information confidential.