1. the Biblical perspective on giving to today’s local church
Tithing Today
the Biblical perspective on giving to today’s local church

2. WHAT is tithing? How did this concept originate?
“For the tithe of the people of Israel, which they present as a contribution to the LORD, I have given to the Levites for an inheritance.”
Numbers 18:24 ESV
How did this concept originate?
Numbers 18:21-29
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3. HOW is the tithe used today?
“Do you not know that those who are employed in the temple service get their food from the temple, and those who serve at the altar share in the sacrificial offerings? In the same way, the Lord commanded that those who proclaim the gospel should get their living by the gospel.”
1 Corinthians 9:13-14 ESV
HOW is the tithe used today?
What is tithing intended to support in today’s local church?
1 Corinthians 9:13-14
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4. WHY tithe? “Honor the LORD with your wealth
and with the firstfruits of all your produce;
then your barns will be filled with plenty,
and your vats will be bursting with wine.”
Proverbs 3:9-10 ESV
Why should I tithe or give to the local church?
Proverbs 3:9-10
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5. Final Thoughts
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