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Originally Posted by J-Roc
I like Paul's approach in Acts 24 "So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man"
2 Corinthians 4 "On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God"
Romans 12 "Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody"
And Paul's final admonition on how to handle church finances:
Paul believes in full disclosure: 2 Corinthians 8 "We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this liberal gift. For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of men."
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Originally Posted by mizpeh
These scriptures are showing that the ministry itself is being accountable to God so as not to bring a reproach on the name of the Lord not the church members making the ministry accountable.
JRoc, who should receive the tithes in your opinion?
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The scriptures are showing accountability to God and Man also...and Paul show's that he holds himself accountable to man, and he takes pains to make sure he is doing what is right in their eyes.
As for your question on my opinion on who should receive the tithes...the better question would be, who do I think should be doing the distributing of the tithes rather than who should be receiving it...in that regard, the giver should be distributing as he is moved in his/her heart.
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