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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: Releases from tithing 10 per cent? |
Bible Note: Dear Johnny, Greetings in the name of Jesus! I see you have been defending the position that the tithe is not required in the New Testament. But at the end of this post you are talking as if some were saying that tithing was required for salvation. I don't think anyone was implying this at all! But giving to God by supporting His church is definitely implied in the New Testament, and the best 'formula' I have ever heard that seems to be pleasing to the Lord is a tithe AND offering system. Of course this is not a requirement for salvation. In fact the worst 'curse' I have ever heard for the non-giver is to 'lose your blessing.' In Christ Jesus, charis |