Tithing Series: Are Charities an Option to Tithing?

The concept of tithing, giving 10% of the 'first fruits' of your harvest, whatever your harvest may be - originated in the Old Testament.  Tithing today is a very hot, heavily debated topic among Christians and those who occasionally visit church.   This 4 part series will join the global debate, not necessarily to come to any definitive conclusion, but to help participants and the audience become clear about what tithing is, and how they really feel about it, and how and IF their life and prosperity is impacted by this practise at all.  Tithing Series:  Part 1:  Should Tithing REMAIN an Old Testament Thing?  Why do churches still expect it?Part 2:  Is Giving to Charity an Option to Tithing?Part 3:  Should You Tithe When You are BROKE?  How?Part 4: Does Tithing Really Impact Your Financial Prosperity?   This conversation could get heated.  Remember, faith is personal, so participate / listen, and be refreshed and confirmed about your postion on this topic.