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Biblical Giving Principles and Practices: A Guide for Responsible Contributions

Explore the significance of giving in the Bible, from tithing in the Old Testament to voluntary contributions in the New Testament. Learn the New Testament teachings on giving, emphasizing responsibility, generosity, and cheerful giving according to one's ability.

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Biblical Giving Principles and Practices: A Guide for Responsible Contributions

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  1. Giving 1 Corinthians 16:2

  2. Preliminary Points • Not just an act to engage in • If so, then any amount acceptable • Every relationship brings responsibility • Have joined ourselves together – Acts 9:26 • Have responsibility here that I do not have to any other local work

  3. In The Old Testament • Tithing – (“Giving a tenth part”) • Practiced before law given – Gen. 14:20 • Deut. 14:22,23 • Hebrews 7:5 • Exodus 36:3-7 • Recognized greatness of task – Ex. 35:4 • Were devoted to the work

  4. New Testament Teaching • Tithing not commanded • Mark 12:41-44 • Note: Least God ever required was tenth part and the most anyone gave was all. • 1 Corinthians 16:2 • 2 Corinthians 8:1-7; 9:6,7 • 2 Corinthians 8:5

  5. Summary of NT Teaching • On 1st day of the week • Response to need (Work of local church) • Greatest need – preach the gospel • According to ability – 2 Cor.8:12 • Planned – 2 Cor. 9:7 • Cheerfully – 2 Cor. 9:7 • Liberally – 2 Cor. 9:6

  6. What Must I Do To Be Saved? • Hear the gospel (Rom. 10:17) • Believe Jesus is Christ (Acts 8:37) • Repent of your sins (Luke 13:3) • Confess your faith (Mt. 10:32) • Baptized for remission of sins (Acts 2:38) • Walk by faith in newness of life (Rom. 6:4)

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