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NASB | 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one must do just as he has purposed in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Corinthians 9:7 Let each one give [thoughtfully and with purpose] just as he has decided in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver [and delights in the one whose heart is in his gift]. [Prov 22:9] |
Subject: Is tithing a command for chriatians? |
Bible Note: Dear brother beja, I am sorry for responding to your post after you left us "all to our own thoughts" , but the 'drive-by' nature of your post left me with more questions than answers. Actually, the only references I could find (concerning tithing) when dealing with the primary question of this thread were in Hebrews, and they were historical in nature, -more of a reminder than a directive. These are my thoughts and not trying to debate this, I will leave it for now. My question has more to do with your thoughts on dispensations. As forums revolve around such discussions, please enlighten me as to your thoughts on who the tithes were being paid to. Wasn't it the Levitical priesthood? My knowledge is very grey in this area, and I intend to do more studying from the Hebrew perspective, but your views are valuable as well. Further, you mention that dispensational theology is not much more than a house of cards. You are entitled to your perspective. But what does that leave? Replacement Theology? Covenental Theology? Please accept my apology, but your post leaves so much hanging in the balance. These things have been argued for generations, I know. But I would still like to see a valid viewpoint, and your posts are well accepted. My thoughts are that 'dispensation' Is a NT word as Paul states in Eph 3:2, "If ye have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me to you-ward:" What say you, Pastor? many thanks, keliy |