WHAT IS TITHING?

The word “tithe” means tenth. To Tithe is to give to the Lord at least 10 percent of your income.

“A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or fruit from the trees, belongs to the LORD. It is holy to the LORD.” Leviticus 27:30

“Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.” Proverbs 3:9

More Scriptures Pertaining to Tithes and Offerings

“Don’t you know that those who work in the temple get their food from the temple, and those who serve at the altar share in what is offered on the altar? In the same way, the Lord has commanded that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel.” I Corinthians 9:13-14

“You give a tenth of your spices – mint, dill, and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law – justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter without neglecting the former.” Matthew 23:23

“Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops.”  Proverbs 3:9

“Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver … You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.” 2 Corinthians 9:7 and 11

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Luke 6:38

“One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:24-25