Question about tithing...?

Question

Is tithing to God important? I myself, believe that it is. I would just like to view so opinions.
Bonus:
Can you come up with scripture stating exactly where it says to tithe?

Ugh I meant to say some instead of so by the way..

Ok so is tithing to a church important?

Answer 1

Tithing is primarily an Old Testament concept. Through the prophet Malachi, God says, "Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings. Ye are cursed with a curse: for ye have robbed me, even this whole nation. Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." (Malachi 3:8-10)

In the New Testament, it is more of a choice. Paul says it's a matter of your heart toward God that determines how much you give. "Each of you must give what you have decided in your heart, not with regret or under compulsion, since God loves a cheerful giver." (II Corinthians 9:7)

Giving to the work of the Lord is a blessing. It is the one area (see Malachi) where God says to test Him in it. He will prove Himself faithful.

Answer 2

Tithing is an Old Testament concept. The tithe was a requirement of the law in which all Israelites were give 10% of everything they earned and grew to the Tabernacle / Temple (Leviticus 27:30; Numbers 18:26; Deuteronomy 14:24; 2 Chronicles 31:5). Some understand the Old Testament tithe as a method of taxation to provide for the needs of the priests and Levites of the sacrificial system. The New Testament nowhere commands, or even recommends that Christians submit to a legalistic tithe system. Paul states that believers should set aside a portion of their income in order to support the church (1 Corinthians 16:1-2).



The New Testament nowhere assigns a certain percentage of income to set aside, but only says it is to be “in keeping with his income” (1 Corinthians 16:2). The Christian church has essentially taken the 10% figure from the Old Testament tithe and applied it as a “recommended minimum” for Christians in their giving. Although the New Testament does not identify a specific amount or percentage to give, it does talk about the importance and benefits of giving. They should give as they are able, “in keeping with his income.” Sometimes that means giving more than a tithe, sometime that may mean giving less than a tithe. It all depends on the ability of the Christian and the needs of the church. Each and every Christian should diligently pray and seek God’s wisdom as to whether to participate in tithing and/or for how much he or she should give (James 1:5). “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).

Answer 3

10% of your gross income in today's terminology (that's before taxes). First fruits is what it says in the BIble. Scriptures that relate to this:
Leviticus 27:30-33, Numbers 18:21-28, & Dueteronomy 26:12-13 in the Old Testament. Also, the Book of Malachi says you're a thief if you don't tithe.

In the New Testament scriptures that relate to giving generously (although no amount is given Jesus said not one bit of the Law had been removed) are :
Matthew 25:31-46, 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 19:21, Luke 12:33, Luke 18:22, Luke 21:1-4, Hebrews 13:16, 1 John 3:17, Acts 20:35, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, James 1:17, James 1:27, & 1 Peter 4:10.

See http://www.twopaths.com/faq_tithe.htm for more information.

In response to a question above, if you hold your money more dear than Jesus Christ, it is your god (little g). Tithing shows our committment to the Lord our God (big g). The local church uses it to reach out to the community and the world.

Answer 4

I tithe more than the 10th part

I want to be blessed abouve measure and to be pleasing in his sight, I love him with all my heart

Malachi 3:8
Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings.
Malachi 3:7-9

Malachi 3:10
Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.

Answer 5

Without God we have nothing...

God gives us all that we have...

Tithing is a symbolic gesture that shows God that we acknowledge the bounty we receive from Him...

You can search the KJV Bible at http://scriptures.lds.org/ for tithing if you wish to find out where.. but I think I saw an answer with it in there.

Answer 6

The scriptures have all been given so I'll address the issue by saying the "first fruits" refer to the first 10% of your income or belongings should be tithed as was stated. Although Paul said tithing is a matter of the heart, I believe he was addressing how the law of tithing touches each individuals heart and to whether one chooses to follow their heart after hearing the law of tithing. Just as parents set rules for their children and trust they will follow their heart as they have been taught knowing they have free will. I have a strong testimony of the law of tithing done in the right spirit. Faith must accompany tithing,not expectations. We can't expect reward for following the law of tithing. But with faith in our Creator,trusting his plan for each of us, we will receive the blessings needed for us. I have witnessed this many times in my own life and in others. It is the most wonderful feeling one can have. If you haven't experienced it, you simply cannot understand. God promised blessings if we follow the law of tithing and he always lives up to his end of it. Tithing furthers his gospel if used with the correct authority. One must be cautious with trusting your church. Please pray on it and the answer will be given. Remember, you must humble youself to pray and receive answers. When you are ready to hear him, he's ready to answer you.

Answer 7

Tithing, or giving 10% of our earnings for the glory of God, is good in itself if we know the real purpose of tithing. Sacrifice is good, as we become less selfish and becomes more open in loving and serving others. That's the main purpose of tithing: sacrifice. It's a way of offering ourselves to others and giving thanks to God for all the blessings He have showered on us!!!

Lev 27:30; Deut 14:22-23

Answer 8

Paul says (quoting Psalms)" God loves a cheerful giver".Tithing is under the Law ,we are free in Christ of all those ordinances.We walk by the Spirit not by Law and we give the same way.

Answer 9

I'm not a scripture master but at my church, but you could give any amount but it is usually ten percent of your increase, and its really cool because it doesnt pay for the bishop benz or mercedes and it goes directly to the church. It pays for the bills and we also provide food for the homeless.

Answer 10

The Bible does not Teach We are to Give any Fixed % (Such as 10%) of Our Salary or Property

Tithes were required by God from the Israelite farmers and ranchers (see Deuteronomy 14:22 and Leviticus 27:30). Tithes were agricultural produce and not money (and they had money back in those days). The tithes were used in the temple, for festivals and for helping the poor.

There were 3 tithes from some of the Israelites and a 4th from the Levites to the Levite priests.

1) The Levitical tithe required those who raised crops (not everyone and not all professions – just those who raised crops) to give 10% of that to the Levites. This tithe occurred 6 years out of the 7 year cycle. It also required those that raised 10 or more animals to give each tenth animal that passed under the rod to the Levites. If a person raised less than 10 animals, they were not required to tithe.

2) From what was given to them, the Levites in turn had to give a tenth of the very best to the priests.

3) The festival tithe required that those who raised crops or animals to set aside 10% for the annual festivals.

4) The Poor tithe occurred only in the 3rd year of the seven year cycle. This was set aside for the poor.

Now about Christians and tithing, God never established a set standard for Christians to give. The principle of 10% of earnings being required of believers is not taught in the Bible. Giving should be done out of freewill and love and sometimes God puts it in our hearts to give much more than 10% and it doesn’t have to be just money. We are to be led by the Holy Spirit. Giving should be done cheerfully from the heart (2 Corinthians 9:7) for the honour and glory of God, to help the needy (Hebrews 13:16, Acts 20:35, Matthew 25:35-45, Acts 6:1-4, 1 Timothy 5:1-16) and to support true pastors and ministries (1 Corinthians 9:7-14, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, Acts 2:44-45, 4:32-37, 1 Corinthians 16:1-3, 2 Corinthians 8:1-13, 1 Timothy 6:17-19). This is the true principle to be learnt.

It’s clear that God never told us that we should be giving 10% (or any fixed %) of our salaries. Those who preach that Christians are to give 10% (or any fixed %) are wresting the Scriptures to conform to their belief at the expense of the truth. An individual may teach this false doctrine due to one or more of the following:

• Ignorance

• Fear of ridicule or disapproval of others who support this teaching

• Not wanting to admit what they always taught was wrong

• Love of money (1 Timothy 6:10)

Applying Old Testament practices in the New Testament is in essence, placing those who hear them under the bondage and curse of the Mosaic Law (Galatians Ch. 3).

If you’re teaching others that God commands this no matter how good the intentions are, it’s a sin. It’s time to break free from the false doctrine of believers being required to give 10% of their earnings, and take a stand against it.

2 Corinthians 9:7
7 Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

http://www.cnview.com/on_line_resources/christians_and_the_tithe.htm

http://www.letusreason.org/doct54.htm


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