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Well for starters, the question "Is tithing biblical" is very misleading and really gets us going on a false premise. Lots of things are "biblical", meaning they ARE in the bible. The bible talks about animal sacrifices, circumcision, and a host of other subjects. Some accounts are good and some are bad. Some people would have you believe that if something is in the bible, it is automatically validated and then it applies to everyone. Nothing could be further from the truth. In some cases, the bible is simply giving a historical account for our knowledge and growth. At other times, God is giving specific instruction to that group of people. We must study and think. Who is speaking and who are they speaking to? Where are they and what is going on? We have to look at everything in context and this requires the church to think. We must be thinkers. It's not enough to rely on the clergy to serve you up your weekly bible snack. Feed yourself!
So, the REAL question is not "Is tithing biblical?", but rather, Is tithing new covenant? or Is it Christian?
Those are two distinctly different positions. Yes, tithing was definitely part of the Law (as was circumcision, sabbath keeping, ceremonial washings, etc.) as applied to the Jews, but it was never a part of the early Christian church. Romans 8:4 is one of the many places that tells us that Christ fulfilled the full requirement of the law for us.
If you want to learn the truth about this, then look for more posts, audios, videos, BUT most important study and pray. Show your self approved. I encourage you and challenge you to pursue the truth.
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