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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: Johnny and fellow believers in Christ, First, I would like to let you know, Johnny, that I agree with you on the issue of tithing. However, one thing I have noticed throughout this whole discussion of tithing is that we are searching for our answer in the old covenant. Let me clarify that statement, in the search for new covenant truth we are using the gospels to clarify a epistle question. Let me ask you a question. Where does the New covenant begin? You might be thinking that I am coming from left field right now. Well, I believe that to tackle the issue we must first establish the dividing line. Here are some scriptures to consider while you develop your answer. Gal 4:4 But when the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, Gal 4:5 so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. Luke 22:19 And when He had taken some bread and given thanks, He broke it and gave it to them, saying, "This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me." Luke 22:20 And in the same way He took the cup after they had eaten, saying, "This cup which is poured out for you is the (new covenant) in My blood. Heb 9:15 For this reason He is the mediator of a new covenant, so that, since a death has taken place for the redemption of the transgressions that were committed under the first covenant, those who have been called may receive the promise of the eternal inheritance. Heb 9:16 For where a covenant is, there must of necessity be the death of the one who made it. Heb 9:17 For a covenant is valid only when men are dead, for it is never in force while the one who made it lives. Heb 9:18 Therefore even the first covenant was not inaugurated without blood May the Holy Spirit lead you into all truth! Forgiven forever, Michael |