Did Jesus Tithe?
Jesus was exempt from paying tithes. Jesus was a skilled carpenter who earned wages from his trade. The tithe command didn’t apply to Hebrews who earned a living from skilled trades. The Mosaic Law required Hebrew Israelites to give ten percent of crops and livestock to the tribe of Levi. Based on the Mosaic Law, […]
The Prosperity Gospel: A Gospel that Exploits the Poor
THE PROSPERITY GOSPEL is a doctrine that America exports worldwide, especially to places such as Africa. Africa is a continent that is rich with all the natural resources humankind needs for survival. Yet, despite its natural resource wealth, many people in Africa live in poverty. So, the Prosperity Gospel appeals to poor people seeking a way […]
Is God a Mafia Boss?
Some Prosperity Preachers use fear to pressure church members to tithe. But some sleazy leaders have gone even further. In an egregious example of religious extortion, certain preachers demand outrageous sums of money in tithes from their churchgoers. Individuals who fail to comply are subjected to “mafia-style” tactics ranging from harassment to being cut off […]
Are Tithers Suffering for Christ?
IN 2008 USA Today published an article about home foreclosures among Christians. The article highlighted how tithing was a contributing factor in these foreclosures. In one of my YouTube videos, I share the story of a 68-year-old woman mentioned in the article. She is a devout Christian whose home foreclosed because she paid so-called tithes […]
Is Tithing an Act of Faith?
Tithing isn’t an act of faith at all. Instead, it’s a commandment in the Bible that is no longer applicable today. We are not required to give 10% of our earnings to the church. In the Old Testament, the ancient Hebrew Israelites were commanded to tithe. That said, there are still ways to demonstrate faith […]
The Tithing Hoax – Prophetic News BlogTalkRadio Interview – Pt. 2
Discover the truth behind “The Tithing Hoax” as Susan Puzio of Prophetic News Network sits down for an insightful conversation with R. Renee. This revealing interview unveils the false doctrine of tithe and its far-reaching effects on the Christian community. Listen to the Interview NOTE: Below is a transcript of the interview. Minor edits have […]