For the sake of this discussion, Revenue = Money Coming In (Tithing).
It can be argued that temples do not produce revenue because there is nobody standing at the entrance collecting an entrance fee.
Hopefully we can all agree that it's not that simple. In order to qualify to enter the temple, a member has to be in good standing. Part of that good standing is paying a full tithe.
For the purpose of this discussion, Net Revenue = (Revenue With Temple) - (Revenue Without Temple) - (Cost to Operate Temple).
Is there anybody on this board that can shed light on the change in revenue in an area before and after a temple is built.
If there is a difference, is it large enough to offset the cost of operating the temple?
Curious.
Thanks.