Is tithing mentioned in the new testament
Yes, tithing is mentioned in the New Testament. In fact, Jesus himself mentions tithing in the Gospel of Matthew:
"Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! 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)
In this passage, Jesus is criticizing the Pharisees for their emphasis on tithing (giving a tenth of their income) while neglecting more important aspects of the law, such as justice, mercy, and faithfulness.
Additionally, the apostle Paul writes about tithing in his letter to the Hebrews:
"And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that they may serve you righteously. For their sake God will send a powerful deliverance, that you may be saved. Give the people the opportunity to do good, always trying to do what is good, as in the presence of God, as in Christ." (Hebrews 13:16-18)
While this passage does not specifically mention tithing, it does encourage believers to be generous and to share with others, which is in line with the principle of tithing.
It's worth noting that the New Testament does not explicitly command Christians to tithe in the same way that the Old Testament does. However, many Christians still practice tithing as a way of honoring God with their finances and demonstrating their trust in Him.
It's also important to note that the concept of tithing has evolved over time, and many Christians today interpret the biblical teaching on tithing in different ways. Some may see tithing as a minimum standard, while others may view it as a maximum standard. Ultimately, the decision to tithe or not is a personal one that should be made in consultation with one's own conscience and understanding of Scripture.