What is the Tithe?
Deuteronomy 14:22-29
Psalm 24:1
Leviticus 27:30
Definition: Setting aside a tenth of what you have produced from your labor to give back for the Lord’s work.
Example of a man who trusted with his tithe: Jacob
Genesis 28:1-18
Tithing in the New Testament
Matthew 23:23 and Luke 11:42
Tithing as a form of Worship
Abraham : Genesis 14:18-20
Corinthians 8:1-5
Five reasons people don’t tithe:
1)Don’t believe it’s a New Testament principle (Luke 11:42)
2)One can’t bring themselves to Trust God (Lack of Faith) (Mal. 3:10)
3)The person doesn’t fear God (Eccl. 8:12)
4)Haven’t been taught (Ignorance) (Prov. 3:9)
5)Money is their god (Luke 16:13)
Put God First!
Matthew 6:33
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.