What does the Bible say about where to tithe?

Leviticus 27:30 says, “A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or fruit from the trees, belongs to the Lord: it is holy to the Lord.” These gifts were a reminder that everything belonged to God and a portion was given back to God to thank him for what they had received.

Where should your tithe go?

The right thing to do and the right place where tithe should be paid is no other place than the local church. The payment should be made at the local church because that is where the spiritual benefits are being derived.

What does God promise about tithing?

The Lord has commanded us to pay tithing. In return, He promises to “open … the windows of heaven, and pour … out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it” (Malachi 3:10). His blessings, however, come in His own way and in His own time and can be spiritual or temporal.

Do I have to give my tithe to a church?

Do I Have to Tithe? While tithing 10\% of your income is biblical, that doesn’t mean you have to be a Christian to tithe. In fact, 75\% to 90\% of those who go to church don’t give a tithe.

Where in the New Testament does it talk about tithing?

So if you have been wondering what Jesus said about tithing or if “tithe” is in the New Testament, you have it right there in Luke 11:42.

Will God punish me if I don’t tithe?

But God will accept you GIVING A TITHE. He will not punish you if you do not give a tithe. Since we are now under grace all of our giving is based on 2 Corinthians 9:7, which says every man should give as he is purposed in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity because God loves a cheerful giver.

Can you tithe time instead money?

Giving your time is a great way to honor God and show love to others. But you can’t give your time instead of your tithe. See, the Bible offers no alternatives to giving a tithe, so that means our time isn’t a good substitute.

What does the New Testament say about giving?

Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.