Is tithing a requirement for modern believers, or was it part of the Old Covenant law? In this deep dive, Jonathan and David trace the biblical arc of tithing from Abraham's encounter with Melchizedek through the Old Testament Law, into Jesus's commentary in Matthew 23, and Paul's heart-centered teaching in 2 Corinthians 9 about the cheerful giver.
The real issue isn't the 10%—it's the condition of your heart. If you're debating tithing, you might be wrestling with a faith problem, not a money problem. We explore how offense over giving reveals deeper spiritual issues and what the New Testament actually teaches about generosity and stewardship in the Kingdom.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro: The Tithing Debate
2:15 - Abraham & Melchizedek: The Origin
5:40 - The Law & Legalism
8:30 - Jesus in Matthew 23
11:20 - Paul's Cheerful Giver (2 Corinthians 9)
14:05 - The Heart Check
16:45 - Why We Really Fight About Money
19:30 - Closing: Kingdom Generosity