What the Bible Really Says About Tithing

Send us Fan MailWhat does the Bible really say about tithing?  Does the Bible actually command Christians to give 10% of their income to the church?For many believers, tithing is treated as the most basic part of obedience to God. Malachi 3 is often quoted. People are told they are robbing God if they do not give a tenth. But when you carefully read the New Testament letters written to believers after the resurrection of Jesus, something surprising happens.You do not find a direct apostolic command requiring Christians to give exactly 10%.In this study, we walk carefully through:The original meaning of the tithe in the TorahAbraham and Jacob before MosesMalachi 3 in its covenant contextJesus’ words about tithingWhat Paul actually taught about Christian givingWhether the New Testament commands a fixed percentageWhat biblical generosity really looks likeBut here’s what most people miss: the New Testament does not lower the standard of generosity.It raises the question far deeper.Not “Did I give 10%?”But “Does everything I have belong to God?”If you want to study scripture carefully, slowly, and in context, join us as we go chapter by chapter through the Bible.👉 Join the Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Listen on Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/ Support the show