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Subject: Is it a must to tithe |
Bible Note: Greetings Iriandani, The term "tithing," according to New Testament application, in no way implicates that we are most certainly obligated to give a "tenth" of anything. However, in the spirit of Acts 2:45, I would contend that tithing remains a New Testament "principle," even though it is not something that we are either required or obligated to do. Therefore, whether it means 'gross' or 'net' is besides the point, and I would believe that the entire "principle" of tithing lies in the acts of stewardship and sharing above all else, regardless of how much or how little is given. So, yes, I am making a very 'broad' stroke! I do not believe that tithing, in and of itself, should be regulated or bound by law or government, since tithing is one of the freedoms that we have while being under grace (Galatians 5:13). And no part of 'grace' can be regulated, since grace is given from above and not given as a result of any work on our part. Blessings to you, Makarios |