Three years ago our family double tithed (gave 20% of our income) for the month of September. I got the job of my dreams and many other things happened that were wonderful. Then I listen to Andrew Farley's interpretation of tithing more recently: The New Testament Church is not given a command to obey the Law or to tithe. We are commanded to love, by walking with and keeping in step with the Spirit. Specifically relating to giving we are told to give generously what we want to give, not under compulsion; that is, with joy. So is the New Testament in conflict with the Old Testament?
Not at all.
Jesus said, "It is for freedom I have set you free." And, "If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." The Law was a fixed command. But now Jesus and God live in us by the Holy Spirit. Jesus can tell us exactly what He wants, He can customize His will to our unique situation. And we can freely choose to do what He wants us to do. And reap the positive consequences of obeying the One Who Loves Us Most.
Until Jesus tells me otherwise, we will tithe (out of our own free will). Not because we feel obligated by law. But because we love Jesus.
Not at all.
Jesus said, "It is for freedom I have set you free." And, "If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." The Law was a fixed command. But now Jesus and God live in us by the Holy Spirit. Jesus can tell us exactly what He wants, He can customize His will to our unique situation. And we can freely choose to do what He wants us to do. And reap the positive consequences of obeying the One Who Loves Us Most.
Until Jesus tells me otherwise, we will tithe (out of our own free will). Not because we feel obligated by law. But because we love Jesus.
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