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Originally Posted by 1ofthechosen
I was listening to this, it's good. Just had a conversation with some individuals yesterday. He explains more than just about tithes, but this was a good message! I encourage you to listen to it.
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It didn't take you long to get into research mode, did it? That is highly commendable, by the way.
I think before you go too far, it is important to define tithes biblically. A start would be:
What was tithed?
Who tithed?
Who received tithes?
What was done with the tithe?
How many tithes were there?
What was the source of the tithe?
What about the tithe of Melchisedec?
If you search the scripture, and get the literal true answers to these questions, and possibly some more, this is by no means an exhaustive list, you will be way ahead of the average Bible scholar in general knowledge of the Bible. The incredible thing is that you will begin to see and understand things that you never have. Studying and understanding the tithe is a great portal into learning the Bible, especially the Old Testament.
After you answer all of the above questions, with true, literal Bible answers, apply the same questions to the same subject today. You may be really surprised where the truth leads.
I believe I have heard the sermon you posted above. If I have not, I have at least heard a sermon from Brother Riggen on tithes. The one I listened to was full of egregious error. There was much that he said that was simply untrue, however he did a fine job of articulating false doctrine. He sets out to prove a point with scripture, and he is not ashamed to twist scripture to do so. In this wise he is no different than most preachers of almost every denomination. The god of mammon is alive and well.
May God bless your studies.
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