Tithing in the new testament kjv

The concept of tithing in the New Testament is a topic of ongoing debate among Christians. While the Old Testament commands the Israelites to tithe (give 10% of their income) to support the Levites and the poor (Leviticus 27:30-33, Deuteronomy 14:22-27), the New Testament does not explicitly command Christians to tithe in the same way.

However, there are several passages in the New Testament that suggest the principle of giving generously and sacrificially to support the work of God and the needs of others. Here are a few examples:

  1. Matthew 6:3-4 - Jesus teaches that when we give to the needy, we should not let our left hand know what our right hand is doing, so that our giving may be in secret and bring reward from God.
  2. Luke 12:15 - Jesus warns against greed and covetousness, and teaches that our treasure should be in heaven, where moths and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.
  3. 1 Corinthians 9:6-14 - Paul writes that he has the right to be supported by the church, but he chooses not to exercise that right so that he may preach the gospel without charge.
  4. 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 - Paul encourages the Corinthians to give generously to support the poor in Jerusalem, and to imitate the generosity of Jesus Christ.
  5. Philippians 4:10-19 - Paul writes that he has received financial support from the Philippians, and that their giving has been a blessing to him and to the spread of the gospel.
  6. 1 Timothy 5:17-18 - Paul teaches that elders who work hard at preaching and teaching the word of God deserve double honor, and that those who are involved in the ministry should receive a fair wage for their work.

While these passages do not explicitly command Christians to tithe, they do emphasize the importance of giving generously and sacrificially to support the work of God and the needs of others. Many Christians interpret these passages as encouraging a lifestyle of generosity and giving, rather than a specific percentage-based tithe.

In terms of specific percentages, some Christians may choose to tithe 10% of their income, while others may give more or less based on their financial situation and their sense of stewardship. Ultimately, the decision of how much to give is a matter of personal conviction and obedience to God's leading in one's life.