This is a loaded question. Rather than getting into a religious debate allow me to address "tithing" as a something which is beneficial and not something which is a must.
To accept such statements from the Bible, or any other holy book, as a mere rule to be adhered to is nothing other than primitive thinking. Such ideas only make God seem like a ruthless despot who makes rules just to show his authority. Not so! Is it not wise to always ask, "What does God want to tell us with this instruction?". I believe that God only gave us inspiration to live in a certain way for our own benefit. He gave us rules and laws to help us in life. It is entirely up to us whether or not we apply and live by these laws. If we adhere to them we will reap the rewards, if we ignore them we will miss out.
Tithing is one such rule. Ask any successful person and they will tell you that giving is all important. If you want anything out of life then it is a must to give. Not because someone says so, but because it is a universal law. The act of giving releases things and allows those things to return to you which you need and even desire. Give and it will be given to you. The tithe, a ten percent of your income, is only a measure for suggestion. You can give or not give, you can give as little or as much as you like. But your giving must be out of a free and joyful heart.
Give freely and you will receive freely. Give much and much will return to you. It's a law - apply it and you will experience the results. Just like any other natural law. Throw a ball in the air and the law of gravity will bring it down again. Move a magnet in a copper coil and you will get electricity. Give and you will receive. Its as simple as that. Try it!
Jim Murdoch is a licensed LifeSuccess Coach and seminar speaker and offers coaching for individuals and businesses. Coming from a religious background, Jim has discovered New Thought and how our paradigms determine the results we get in our lives. With his wife, Katharina, Jim is writing a book to be published in Autumn 2008. He enjoys sharing his thoughts and ideas on his blog: www.jmurdoch.com.
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» left by Jim Murdoch(28) Jim Murdoch (1 year 226 days ago.)
Thanks Teresa. Even though I have moved away from religion and man made rules, I find that much of the Bible makes more sense. All we have to do is believe it and apply it. Respond to this comment
» left by Teresa Ortiz(11,861) Teresa Ortiz (1 year 226 days ago.)
Good for you Jim, God never wanted us to be religous anyway. He simply wanted a relationship. As believers, we need to remember that the "church" is the body of Christ-those who have received Him as Savior. God has always condemned religion and man-made rules. We are to follow the teachings of the bible, not the teachings that man added to it. This is why there are so many denominations, look at their rules, a lot of them are not even in the Bible! I better stop before I get going.... :-) Respond to this comment
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