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Jerusalem Blade · #2 (**permalink**) 06-25-2007, 08:17 AM

What I understand the Scriptures to teach, Ken, is that we are no longer under the OT law of the tithe. I believe we are to use it as a guidleline for giving, but not a mandate. We are called upon to give generously, and for those who are able, their offerings may well far exceed 10%.

There was a point in our lives here -- my wife and I -- where we were getting only about $220 a month, and were having a hard time. I said to the Lord, I have a lot more than my "treasure" to give, such as my "time" and "talents", and so embarked on serving others with these, rather than the full 10% $. I know some will disagree, but this is how I see it.

At this point, we do give 10%, but not as under a law. If we run out of food money, I would not hestitate to take a little from the offerings envelope we keep.

I am sometimes stunned when poor domestic workers in our church give much more than wealthier Westerners. Though I do not judge the latter, as they may be giving elsewhere that I do not know.

Steve