What Does The Bible Say About Christian Tithing | GotQuestons.org

Should a Christian tithe? Some churches insist on it, but what does the Bible say about Christian tithing? In this video, Pastor Nelson looks at what the Bible has to say about tithing, and whether or not Christians are commanded to tithe today. *** Recommended Book: Perspectives on Tithing: 4 Views By: David A. Croteau https://goo.gl/o0ev5b *** Curious about Bible Munch? Go check them out! https://www.youtube.com/BibleMunch *** Recent Bible Munch Videos: 5 Step Decision Making - How to Make the Right Decision Biblically https://youtu.be/AEdhp6b6Izs?list=PLYUzs7YowQ-goemb1lt3SSBR3iFDmhAz0 Why Does God Allow Suffering | 3 Reasons: Why Does God Allow Bad Things to Happen https://youtu.be/tKjvHJiNo4I?list=PLYUzs7YowQ-izna-e0o4OMeIaKNatDqiB It Is Well With My Soul Story | Horatio Spafford & How to Grow in Faith https://youtu.be/Uw1qXk5o_pE?list=PLYUzs7YowQ-izna-e0o4OMeIaKNatDqiB *** Source Article: https://www.gotquestions.org/tithing-Christian.html *** Related Got Questions Articles: Should we tithe off our gross or net income? https://www.gotquestions.org/tithe-gross-net.html How can I become a more cheerful giver? https://www.gotquestions.org/cheerful-giver.html What is the difference between tithes and offerings? https://www.gotquestions.org/tithes-and-offerings.html *** Transcript: Question: "What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?" Many Christians struggle with the issue of tithing. In some churches giving is over-emphasized. At the same time, many Christians refuse to submit to the biblical exhortations about making offerings to the Lord. Tithing/giving is intended to be a joy and a blessing. Sadly, that is sometimes not the case in the church today. Tithing is an Old Testament concept. The tithe was a requirement of the Law in which the Israelites were to give 10 percent of the crops they grew and the livestock they raised to the tabernacle/temple. In fact, the Old Testament Law required multiple tithes—one for the Levites, one for the use of the temple and the feasts, and one for the poor of the land—which would have pushed the total to around 23.3 percent. Some understand the Old Testament tithe as a method of taxation to provide for the needs of the priests and Levites in the sacrificial system. After the death of Jesus Christ fulfilled the Law, the New Testament nowhere commands, or even recommends, that Christians submit to a legalistic tithe system. The New Testament nowhere designates a percentage of income a person should set aside, but only says gifts should be “in keeping with income.” Some in the Christian church have taken the 10 percent figure from the Old Testament tithe and applied it as a “recommended minimum” for Christians in their giving. The New Testament talks about the importance and benefits of giving. We are to give as we are able. Sometimes that means giving more than 10 percent; sometimes that may mean giving less. It all depends on the ability of the Christian and the needs of the body of Christ. Every Christian should diligently pray and seek God’s wisdom in the matter of participating in tithing and/or how much to give. Above all, all tithes and offerings should be given with pure motives and an attitude of worship to God and service to the body of Christ. “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” Hungry for more? Subscribe so you don’t miss the next video! Visit GotQuestions.org for more great content. And check out the details section below this video: There’s a book I highly recommend, along with other articles that will help you better understand what the Bible says about life after death. If you’d like to learn about Bible Munch, or if you’re interested in Bite-sized devotionals, subscribe to Bible Munch on YouTube. The link is below. Remember, GotQuestions? The Bible has answers! We'll help you find them! Music: http://www.purple-planet.com Note: Some links are affiliate links which cost you nothing, but help us share the word of God.