I am so glad someone finally used the word "grace." If there is one glaring difference among all religions/cults, it is that Christianity is the only one to offer grace for those who would open their hearts to it. Tithing is not required for grace, nor any special classes or secret knowledge. Yes, there have been and continue to be horrible acts done in the name of God, but that can never disount the fact, and actually only points to the fact, that we are ALL fallen and desperately in need of God's grace.