What Percentage of Christians Tithe?
According to Nonprofits Source’s tithing statistics, 3% to 5% of Christians pay tithes. This means the number of tithers hovers around 10 million. However, a 2015 ShareFaith report cites that 1.5M U.S. Christians tithe. There are approximately 250 million Americans who identify as Christians. Of this number, only a small percentage practice so-called tithing. Watch […]
Why Did Jesus Condemn the Pharisees?
Jesus condemns the Pharisees for leaving “undone” the practices of judgment, mercy, and faith. One of our visitors asked for clarification regarding the meaning of “and not leave the other undone.” This statement comes from Matthew 23:23, where Jesus speaks to the scribes and Pharisees. These Jewish religious leaders were not observing ALL of the […]
Who Started the Prosperity Gospel?
The Prosperity Gospel has its roots in the 19th-century New Thought movement. By all accounts, Norman Vincent Peale and E.W. Kenyon were the first Christian pastors to incorporate New Thought ideas into their ministries. New Thought teaches you can achieve healing and wealth by using the power of your mind. The Prosperity Gospel is associated […]
Does Hebrews 13:17 Justify Tithing?
Hebrews 13:17 is not a verse justifying tithing. The author wanted the Hebrews to continue in the Christian faith. He didn’t want them to return to sacrificial or ceremonial rituals of the Mosaic Law, such as tithing. Instead, he encourages them to obey their teachers’ instructions (i.e., to follow, listen, imitate, or comply). The teacher’s […]
Are There Consequences for Not Paying Tithes?
The Bible details many curses for not paying tithes. These curses are detailed in the Old Testament, Deuteronomy 28. The curses range from sickness to enslavement. However, the consequences only applied to ancient Israel, not New Testament Christians. Only Hebrew Israelites were under the Mosaic Law covenant, which required the payment of tithes. Many modern-day […]
Did the Apostle Paul Tithe?
The Apostle Paul pay didn’t pay tithes. The Mosaic Law required tithes from Israelites who raised agricultural crops and livestock. The Apostle Paul was a tentmaker. Under the Mosaic Law, skilled tradesmen didn’t pay tithes. Therefore, the Apostle was exempt from paying tithes. Watch the Video The Mosaic Law Is Clear The Mosaic Law provides […]