Tithing, Mandate for the New Testament Church?

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Originally Posted by Aquila

While I do believe a believer should given generously as God has prospered them, I don't believe that ties directly to the tithe. For gentile believers it would have to be spelled out rather clearly that they were expected to give 10% per the OT.

With regards to Scripture it's important to note that even the Gospels depict events that took place under the Law. Jesus even advocated that a healed lepper present the purification offering at the temple. Not to mention many other things pertaining to the Law. Christ fulfilled the Law, nailed it to the cross, and set us free to partake in His nature... a holiness that comes by faith and is far higher than any law, rule, or regulation can bring us.

(Meant as humor) "Expected to give" AND expected to be cheerful about it. Now pay up!