Hebrew word ma’aser
Hebrew word ma’aser “the tenth part”
Hebrew word ma’aser “the tenth part” 32 times in O.T.
Genesis 14 – Abraham tenth to Melchizedek
Genesis 28 Jacob vowed to give tenth to the Lord
God made covenant with Israel
Leviticus 27 the tenth of all produce, flocks belongs to God
Numbers 18 tenth given to support the Levites
Deuteronomy 12 apparent 2 nd tithe for celebration with family and Levites Deuteronomy 12 apparent 2 nd tithe for celebration with family and Levites
Deuteronomy 14 – exchange money for tithe
Deuteronomy 14 further 3 rd tithe every 3 years within town
Deuteronomy 18 first fruits of the field and womb given to God
Law of giving for people of Israel:
Law of giving for people of Israel: Gave through tithes and other offerings Apparently much more than just a tenth Giving back to God in love and appreciation Served also as system of taxes for needs of the nation
Deuteronomy 5:2-3 “The Lord our God made a covenant with us at Horeb. The Lord did not make this covenant with our fathers, but with us, with all those of us alive here today.”
Hebrews 8:7 “For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no occasion sought for a second.”
Deuteronomy 5:2-3 “The Lord our God made a covenant with us at Horeb. The Lord did not make this covenant with our fathers, but with us, with all those of us alive here today.” Hebrews 8:7 “For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no occasion sought for a second.” Hebrews 8:13 “When He said, ‘A new covenant,’ He has made the first obsolete.”
Now live by precepts and principles written in N.T. No longer as Israel who were bound to system of law No longer restricted or required to give strict 10% Now free to give as we’ve been prospered
Now live by precepts and principles written in N.T. No longer as Israel who were bound to system of law No longer restricted or required to give strict 10% Now free to give as we’ve been prospered Acts 2:44-45 “And all those who had believed were together, and had all things in common; and they began selling their property and possessions, and were sharing them with all, as anyone might have need.”
Acts 4:32-35 “And the congregation of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and not one of them claimed that anything belonging to him was his own; but all things were common property to them. And with great power the apostles were giving witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and abundant grace was upon them all. For there was not a needy person among them, for all who were owners of land or houses would sell them and bring the proceeds of the sales, and lay them at the apostles’ feet; and they would be distributed to each, as any had need.”
Acts 11:27-30 “Now at this time some prophets came down from Jerusalem to Antioch. And one of them named Agabus stood up and began to indicate by the Spirit that there would certainly be a great famine all over the world. And this took place in the reign of Claudius. And in the proportion that any of the disciples had means, each of them determined to send a contribution for the relief of the brethren living in Judea. And this they did, sending it in charge of Barnabas and Saul to the elders.”
Romans 15:25-27 “But now, I am going to Jerusalem serving the saints. For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Yes, they were pleased to do so, and they are indebted to them. For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual things, they are indeed indebted to minister also in material things.”
1 Corinthians 16:1-3 “Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I directed the churches of Galatia, so do you also. On the first day of every week let each one of you put aside and save, as he may prosper, that no collections be made when I come. And when I arrive, whomever you may approve, I shall send them with letters to carry your gift to Jerusalem.”
Deuteronomy 16:10 “Then celebrate the Feast of Weeks to the Lord your God by giving a freewill offering in proportion to the blessings the Lord your God has given you.”
Give tenth to God for the Levites; give another tenth for celebration at place of worship; every three years give another tenth for festival in community for strangers, widows, and orphans.
Give tenth to God for the Levites; give another tenth for celebration at place of worship; every three years give another tenth for festival in community for strangers, widows, and orphans.
Give tenth to God for the Levites; give another tenth for celebration at place of worship; every three years give another tenth for festival in community for strangers, widows, and orphans. No specific law or command on how much to give; only give as have prospered.
Do not murder
Whoever hates is murderer
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Whoever hates is murderer
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Hate your enemies Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Hate your enemies Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek Love and pray for enemies
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Hate your enemies Spoke through prophets Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek Love and pray for enemies
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Hate your enemies Spoke through prophets Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek Love and pray for enemies Spoke through His Son
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Hate your enemies Spoke through prophets Judgment without mercy Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek Love and pray for enemies Spoke through His Son
Do not murder Do not commit adultery Do not swear falsely An eye for an eye Hate your enemies Spoke through prophets Judgment without mercy Whoever hates is murderer Whoever lusts is adulterer Do not swear; speak truth Turn the other cheek Love and pray for enemies Spoke through His Son Much severer punishment
That higher standard applies to every facet of our lives…
Including how much we give back to God and to others Including how much we give back to God and to others.
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