I wish every church-goer would read this article. I have seen a lot of this kind of spiritual abuse and it needs to be called out.
On the other hand, believers should understand that the principle of tithing is not a law Jesus set us free from. It did not start with "the law of Moses" but Abraham, who gave tithe to Melchizedek after he blessed him and God gave him victory and spoils of war. It was a free-will offering as a token of honor to God, a natural response for His blessing him first. Jacob also offered a tithe as an expression of faithfulness for God sustaining him when he had nothing as a fugitive. I believe every child of God has been blessed with something to give as a "tithe", if not money then time, or effort or whatever, and if not to the local church then wherever God is honored. And "tithe" is not mathematically 10% as mentioned.
In the old days, the tithe was given "so there is food in My house" God said. His desire is to have fellowship around the table with His people, and He still desires to come and sup with us today if we could only hear His voice.
Hey, good morning Brian! “Carry forward” is how I described the portion of giving that actually moves beyond the institution into real outward impact—missions, benevolence, relief, and direct aid. It’s the opposite of retained funds that stay inside the system for salaries, buildings, operations, and expansion.
I wish every church-goer would read this article. I have seen a lot of this kind of spiritual abuse and it needs to be called out.
On the other hand, believers should understand that the principle of tithing is not a law Jesus set us free from. It did not start with "the law of Moses" but Abraham, who gave tithe to Melchizedek after he blessed him and God gave him victory and spoils of war. It was a free-will offering as a token of honor to God, a natural response for His blessing him first. Jacob also offered a tithe as an expression of faithfulness for God sustaining him when he had nothing as a fugitive. I believe every child of God has been blessed with something to give as a "tithe", if not money then time, or effort or whatever, and if not to the local church then wherever God is honored. And "tithe" is not mathematically 10% as mentioned.
In the old days, the tithe was given "so there is food in My house" God said. His desire is to have fellowship around the table with His people, and He still desires to come and sup with us today if we could only hear His voice.
Amen 👊
So true! Excellent article! Wanda
Excellent.
A misunderstood, abused idea of tithing is preached more than the gospel
I don't understand what is meant by "carry forward". Can you define and clarify please?
Hey, good morning Brian! “Carry forward” is how I described the portion of giving that actually moves beyond the institution into real outward impact—missions, benevolence, relief, and direct aid. It’s the opposite of retained funds that stay inside the system for salaries, buildings, operations, and expansion.
Thank you for the clarification!
Sergio, this is written excellent and so true!