Why Should I Tithe - 103

WHY SHOULD I TITHE? – APRIL 18, 2022

 

“A tenth of all you produce is the Lord’s, and it is holy!” 

- Leviticus 27:30

 

Good day, everyone! Welcome to another Monday with Pastor Thomas A. DeLoach and 2 Empower U. Today, the pastor will talk to you about tithing. A tithe has many meanings, the most common one being, “one tenth of your annual earnings, formerly taken as a tax for the support of the Church and the clergy.” In the Bible, a tithe is defined as, “a portion of your income given as an offering to your local Church.” In Hebrew, tithe means “tenth”. All of its meanings, however, point to one thing – tithing is a Christian practice; a biblical Christian practice that you offer to God and the Church. Pastor Thomas A. DeLoach will help you understand the concept of tithing better. He will also discuss with you its importance.

 

Reasons Lifted from God’s Word

 

“Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops.”

- Proverbs 3:9

 

Pastor Thomas A. DeLoach will share his insights and experiences on tithing, particularly the reasons why everyone who lives with, believes, and follows the Lord should practice it. Aside from the numerous times it was cited in the Bible, tithes are also mentioned – though often not directly – in the words of God. The pastor will give you all ten reasons that God has provided to those who want to understand the value of tithing.

 

1. He commands it.
2. He commended it.
3. It demonstrates that God should always be FIRST in your life.
4. It is a reminder that everything you have is from God.
5. It is an expression of gratitude.
6. It will help you grow in faith.
7. Refusing to tithe is akin to stealing from God.
8. It is proof that God exists.
9. It is God’s way of helping you protect what you have.
10. It is a testament of your love for God.

 

The pastor will also give you tips on how you can faithfully remind yourself to tithe.

“Bring your whole tithe to My storehouse. Test me in this,says the Lord, and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that you won't have room enough for it! I will prevent pests from devouring your crops and the vines in you fields will be protected from plagues.”

- Malachi 3:10

 

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