You should always give money to your church.
James just finished sitting through a sermon and the collection plate is being passed through the church.
James wants to look like an upstanding member of the church.
James writes out a check for fifty dollars and puts it in the basket.
James tears out a page from his bible and slips it in the basket.
James feels good about contributing to the church's upkeep and charitable activities.
The other parishioners think James put a check in the basket and is doing his part to support the church.