Tithing Is Not A Christian Teaching -
"Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." (2 Corinthians 9:7)For some, 10% is too much; for others, it’s far too little. The heart matters more than the math.
Is your 10% tithe biblical or just tradition? Let’s talk about why the New Testament asks for something much bigger than a percentage. 🕊️
Under the Mosaic Law, tithing was specifically for the nation of Israel to support the Levites (who had no land inheritance) and the poor. It wasn't just money; it was grain, fruit, and livestock. Since Christians are not under the Old Covenant Law (Romans 6:14), the legal requirement of the 10% tithe ended at the Cross. Tithing Is Not A Christian Teaching
Malachi 3 is often used to guilt-trip believers, but what does the New Covenant actually say about our money? Hint: It’s not about the 10%. To help me tailor this further, let me know:
What is this for? (Instagram, a personal blog, a Facebook group?) "Each of you should give what you have
Nowhere in the Epistles does Paul or Peter command Christians to give exactly 10%. Instead, the New Testament teaches a much more radical idea: Proportional Giving.
Tithing was a law. Generosity is a grace. Stop giving out of obligation and start giving out of joy. Let’s talk about why the New Testament asks
God doesn't want your debt or a calculated payment; He wants your heart. Let’s move away from legalism and toward generous, sacrificial living. Suggested Captions for Social Media: