A Fresh and Relevant Look at Tithing
Gen. 14:20, “And Abraham gave him a tenth of everything.”
1. My giving
my
for God’s
to me.
Genesis 28:22b. - “all that you give me I will give a full tenth to you.”
2. My
expresses my __faith} that God has __100%
of me.
• (Luke 3:11a) - “Whoever has two tunics is to share with him who has none.
• (Luke 19:8) - And Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor. And if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I restore it fourfold.”.
• (Matt. 19:21) - Jesus said to him, “If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”.
• (Luke 14:33) - ” So therefore, any one of you who does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple.”
3. Giving to
accomplishes more.
1Cor. 16:2, On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside…
What should I do?
2 Cor. 9:7, Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
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#1. What blessed you the most from Sunday’s message?
#2. Reflection on 1 Corinthians 16:1-2: In these verses, Paul discusses the collection for the saints. How does this passage shape our understanding of regular giving in the local church?
#3. Principles of Giving (1 Corinthians 9:13-14): Paul mentions that those who proclaim the gospel should get their living (salary, financial income) by the gospel. How does this principle apply to the concept of tithing and supporting church leaders today?
#4. Attitude in Giving (1 Corinthians 13:3): This verse mentions giving away all we have with love. What does this teach us about the attitude we should have when tithing and giving offerings?
#5. Sacrificial Giving (1 Corinthians 9:11): Paul talks about sowing spiritual things and reaping material things. How does this verse encourage believers to view their financial giving as a spiritual investment?
#6. Generosity and Stewardship (1 Corinthians 4:2): With the principle that stewards must be found trustworthy, how should this affect our attitude towards tithing and managing God’s resources?
#7. The Example of Christ (1 Corinthians 8:9): Considering Christ’s example of selflessness, how should this influence our giving to the church and to others?
#8. The Purpose of Giving (1 Corinthians 12:7): The manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. How does this principle apply to financial offerings within the church?
#9. Cheerful Giving (2 Corinthians 9:7, for context): Although not in 1 Corinthians, this verse is relevant. What does it mean to be a cheerful giver, and how can we cultivate this attitude in our church community?
#10. The Impact of Tithing on Personal Faith (1 Corinthians 15:58): In light of this verse’s encouragement to be steadfast and immovable, how can regular tithing and offering strengthen an individual’s faith and commitment to God’s work?