For those who give a tithe, it is a sanctifying portion. It is a tenth of the whole. Giving the tenth as a tithe is representative of giving of the whole. If the tithe does not represent the whole, it is not a tithe but more some kind of an offering. In my opinion most church folks never tithe, even though they may faithfully give a tenth of their income. The point is, if you are not willing to give control of the other 90% to the Lord, you have never tithed.
Jesus requires all. Biblical passages and phrases, time and again teach this truth:
“Eat the whole lamb”, and “To obey is better than sacrifice”,
The widow gave the prophet of her last meal, and of her need. The widow's mite was representative of giving all.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
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