New Testament

The Bible does not chronicle every event of ancient Israel’s history. This is evident when it comes to the discussion of tithing. The tithe and Levitical priesthood officially ended in 70 AD with the destruction of the Second Temple. However, the Bible does not address this event. Still, passages from the Old and New Testaments … Read more

Religious leaders didn’t receive tithes in the 1st-century Christian church. Additionally, religious leaders had careers outside of their church duties. Most congregations were poor and could not afford to pay a pastor to work only on church duties. However, the early clergy were given gifts of food, clothing, and minimal monetary assistance. God’s House Needs … Read more

The Bible is not a historical document. Even though many passages refer to actual past events, that’s not the book’s primary focus. The Bible communicates spiritual truths through poetry, parables, and mythical tales. The events it describes are seen through a religious lens that emphasizes God’s role in them and offers insight into how they … Read more

Tithing is often thought of as the go-to action for receiving God’s blessings, but this is not true. Tithing does not guarantee a believer will receive anything in return from God. Additionally, relying on a tithe to secure God’s favor will only lead to disappointment. If you seek God’s joy and peace, always seek Him … Read more

Whether pastors should receive a salary has been debated throughout church communities. Whilst this may at first appear to be a fairly modern issue, people debate if it goes against the works of the 1st-century church preachers. Indeed, these religious figures didn’t receive any salary. Instead, they continued their usual trades and relied on voluntary … Read more