Tithe or No Tithe. What’s The Big Deal?
March 8, 2009 – 2:10 pm
I understand the arguments both for and against the Tithe, and both sound enticingly valid at times. What I’ve been wondering lately, however, is how many of the people who oppose the tithe still give 10% or more to their local church body? In other words do those who argue against the validity of the Tithe do so for selfish reasons (meaning they don’t want to give or cede control of their finances to God), or are their arguments meant to just educate others regarding “under the law” old testament teachings versus “fulfillment of the law” new testament teachings?
I’m sure there are a few who give sacrificially and are simply trying to clarify a biblical question, but I’d also be curious to know how many people oppose this idea for selfish reasons. After all this argument clearly is driven by some fundamental, deep rooted feelings, and selfishness/control are two deep-rooted feelings (especially with me, but I’m working to change that!). I think that if people, with the help of God, would set aside their selfishness and begin giving 10% or more of their gross income each year the merit and desire of arguing tithe vs. no-tithe would disappear.
I also understand that it’s easier to deny God’s position as all-powerful creator, and therefore take their stand in this area and others rather than accepting God’s ownership of everything. It is difficult to accept that we’re not in control and that life’s not really about us at all.
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2 Responses to “Tithe or No Tithe. What’s The Big Deal?”
Does anybody read the bible? Is all of your knowledge from listening to the preacher on Sunday/Saturday? Have you read the verses on greedy shepherds who cannot get enough? There are tithes in the old testament and there is money. Going with the money gets Gods rebuke and disfavor. Why then, do you question only the motive of those who are against tithing. You listen to much to the teachers of this doctrine. To be on God’s side is to challenge those who defy His will by taking money in His name. I shudder to think the punishments that await those who have no feat at all.
By Stephen Davis on Mar 23, 2009