Scriptures Relating to Tithing
New Covenant—Gospel
- Matthew 6:19-21
- Heart & treasure linked
- Matthew 6:25-34
- Don’t worry — seek first the Kingdom of God
- Matthew 23:23
- Jesus affirms Tithing
- Matthew 25:35-40
- Helping the least of the brothers is helping Jesus
- Mark 12:41-44
- Rich people giving & the widow’s mite
- Luke 6:38
- Give & God will see others give to you
- Luke 11:42
- Jesus affirms Tithing
- Luke 18:22-25
- Rich man turns away from Jesus
New Covenant—Early Church & Letters
- Acts 2:44-45
- Believers had everything in common
- Acts 4:34-37
- No needy persons; sale of lands and houses
- Acts 20:35
- It is more blessed to give than to receive
- Romans 12:13
- Share with God's people who are in need
- 1 Corinthians 16:2
- On the first day of each week, give according to God’s blessing
- 2 Corinthians 8:2-21
- Rich generosity in the midst of extreme poverty
- 2 Corinthians 9:5-15
- God loves a cheerful giver
- Galatians 6:6
- Support financially those who teach you the Word of God
- 1 Timothy 6:6-11
- Cautions about materialism & the love of money
- 1 Timothy 6:17-19
- Instructions to be generous & willing to share
- Hebrews 6:10
- God is not unfair, He will not forget the help you gave
- Hebrews 13:16
- Don’t forget to do good and share with others
- 1 John 3:17
- Do you see brothers in need — help them