I’ve experienced my fair share of criticism from tithers. Their complaints may appear as words of spiritual guidance and enlightenment, but often, there’s an undercurrent of judgment. It’s as if they believe you must not be a true believer if you disagree with their interpretation of the Bible. But at the end of the day, it shouldn’t matter if a believer gives 2%, 10%, or no money to Christian churches. Our relationship with God is what matters the most.
NOWADAYS, THE TITHE doctrine is like a religion unto itself. In other cases, some preachers treat tithing like a new deity on the scene. Some Christians are overzealous about tithing. If you tell them you don’t believe in tithing, they act as if you just told them you don’t believe in God.
Table of Contents
- The Hate Is Real
- Listen to the Podcast
- Frequently Asked Questions About Tithes
- Outsmart the False Teachers
The Hate Is Real
Anyway, since writing The Tithing Hoax, I’ve faced criticism. I’ve been called everything except a child of God, LOL! That’s okay. It comes with the territory.
However, one person described me as being anti-tithing. Maybe I’m being nit-picky, but being called anti-tithing does not accurately describe my position on tithing.
I explain why in this video.
Listen to the Podcast
Frequently Asked Questions About Tithes
What Did Jesus Say About Tithing in the New Testament?
In the Gospels, Jesus mentions tithing in criticizing the Pharisees. In Matthew 23:23 (KJV), He says, “Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone.”
Here, Jesus acknowledges the act of tithing (under the Mosaic Law) but emphasizes that justice, mercy, and faith are of greater importance. He criticizes the Pharisees for strictly observing Mosaic Law tithing while neglecting these more significant aspects of the Law.
Can You Explain “Give to God What Belongs to God” Meaning?
“Give to God what belongs to God” originates from a New Testament account where Jesus was questioned about paying taxes to the Roman Emperor. In response, Jesus asked whose image was on the coin used for the tax, and when they replied, “Caesar’s,”
He famously said, “Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s; and unto God the things that are God’s” (Matthew 22:21 KJV). This statement underscores the principle of fulfilling our earthly responsibilities, like paying taxes, while emphasizing our spiritual duties and devotion to God.
What Is Grace Giving vs Tithing?
Tithing refers to the Old Testament practice of ancient Israel giving ten percent of its produce to the Temple, as outlined in scriptures such as Leviticus 27:30. On the other hand, grace giving is a New Testament concept that emphasizes giving out of love, gratitude, and free will, rather than obligation, as seen in 2 Corinthians 9:7:
“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver” (KJV). While tithing is a set percentage, grace giving is more about the attitude and heart behind the gift, without a specified amount.
Outsmart the False Teachers
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