When it comes to giving to God, there is a lot of confusion about what is an act of worship and obedience. Some people believe that they are worshipping God if they tithe 10 percent of their income. However, this is not the case. Tithing is an act of obedience, and worship is a form of ministry. This podcast will explore the biblical perspective on tithing and discuss why it cannot be used as worship. We will also look at what it means to give to God and how we can do so in a way that honors Him!
Table of Contents
- Watch the Video
- What Does It Mean to Worship God?
- Is Tithing a Form of Worship?
- What Is Giving to God?
- Why It’s Not Appropriate to Use Tithes as an Act of Worship?
- Frequently Asked Questions
- A Final Word
- Outsmart the False Teachers
Watch the Video
What Does It Mean to Worship God?
Worship is an act of reverence and submission to God. It is an expression of love and devotion to Him. It is the highest form of honor we can give to Him.
Worship is not a form of payment to God. We cannot bribe or coerce Him into blessing us with His favor. Worship is not an act of earning God’s love. It is a response to His love and grace poured out on us through Jesus Christ.
We can’t worship God with money because money is a finite thing. It’s not something that we can control or manipulate. It can’t buy us salvation or redemption. Worship is a form of ministry we offer God out of love and gratitude for all He’s done for us.
Is Tithing a Form of Worship?
Many people are unsure of what it is when it comes to tithing. Is tithing an act of worship? The answer to that question is no. Tithing is not an act of worship, it is an act of obedience.
Tithing is an act of obedience because the Lord commanded the ancient Hebrew Israelites to tithe. Under the Mosaic Law, the Lord said, “A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or fruit from the trees, belongs to the Lord. It is holy to the Lord” (Leviticus 27: 30).
If ancient Israel obeyed all the commandments of the Law (including tithing), then the Lord would bless them abundantly. “I will give you rain in its season, and the ground will yield its crops and the trees of the field their fruit. Your threshing will continue until grape harvest and the grape harvest will continue until planting time. You will eat your fill and be prosperous” (Leviticus 26: 3-5).
So, biblical tithing was not viewed as an act of worship but as an obedient act that would result in blessings from the Lord.
What Is Giving to God?
When we talk about giving to God, we talk about more than just tithing our money. We’re talking about giving our time, talents, and resources. These things are important to God, and He desires us to use them to glorify Him.
More importantly, God wants us to make our bodies live a living sacrifice. This means we should be willing to use all we have to serve Him. When we do this, it’s an act of worship that pleases Him greatly.
The Apostle Paul said it this way: “I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” (Romans 12: 1)
So what does all of this mean for tithing? Is tithing an act of worship?
The answer is no.
Why It’s Not Appropriate to Use Tithes as an Act of Worship?
Using tithes as an act of worship is inappropriate because worship is a form of ministry, while tithing is an act of obedience. When we give to God, we give from the heart in response to what He has done for us. We cannot put a price on what God has done for us, and we cannot equate our giving with worship.
When we talk about worship, one of the first things that come to mind is singing. Singing is a powerful way to express our love for God and to connect with Him. The Bible says, “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!” (Psalm 100: 1-2).
Worship is also about giving God our undivided attention. It’s about setting aside time to focus on Him and to connect with Him. We can do this through prayer, Bible study, and quiet reflection.
Another way to worship God is through service. We can serve Him by helping and sharing the gospel with others in need.
We can worship God in many ways, but tithing is not one of them.
Frequently Asked Questions
In what ways does offering first fruits differ from tithing?
Giving first fruits is distinct from tithing in that it involves offering the first and best portion of ancient Israel’s harvest to God as a sign of gratitude and devotion. Conversely, tithing refers to giving one-tenth (10%) of ancient Israel’s cattle and crops e to God. Both practices are mentioned in the Bible, with tithing referenced in Leviticus 27:30 and Jesus affirming it in Matthew 23:23, while giving first fruits is mentioned in Proverbs 3:9-10.
A Final Word
Tithing is an act of obedience to God. It’s not a form of worship; you can’t worship Him with money. The Bible tells believers to worship the Lord by giving Him their time, talents, and resources. When we do this willingly and cheerfully, it’s an act of worship that pleases Him greatly. So, if you’re looking for ways to worship God, look beyond tithing and find other ways to give back to Him. He will be pleased with your efforts!
Outsmart the False Teachers
If you want to learn more about the false tithing doctrine, we recommend reading our book, The Tithing Hoax. We explore the biblical and historical evidence for and against tithing in it. We also provide practical advice on how to give generously without tithing. Get your copy. Click 👉 👉 Here
Thank you for listening, and be blessed!
