TITHES
Tithe means "one tenth" and was first used in the Bible as giving of one's agricultural income to the Lord as an expression of thanks and dedication. Examples are Deuteronomy 14:22, Malachi 3:10, Leviticus 27:30 and Proverbs 3:9. It was an act of worship and trust, knowing the source of all they had was from the Lord their God.
Though the New Testament does not mention "tithe," giving one-tenth of income is the model many Christians follow today. Jesus taught giving is related to the heart, a call of obedience to God. Matthew 6:33 and Luke 6:38 tells us that in this obedience, God promises to meet our needs and bless us to be a blessing to others. When we give our tithe, we partake in spreading the Good News of salvation and deepen our faith and relationship to Jesus.
Tithes support those called to ministry and provide the day-to-day needs to reach the community as a house of worship.
Jesus is looking for our trust to give generously with grateful hearts. You have an opportunity to join in God's mission of reaching the world and helping those in need through the giving of your first fruits, tithes and offerings.
