Tithing Bible Study

Tithing originates in the _______

• New Testament

• Old Testament

• Both

The New Testament emphasizes _______ and _______ about tithing.

• generosity, stewardship

• Loyalty, money

• Prayer, produce

In which scripture can you find, God challenging the Israelites to bring the full tithe into the storehouse, promising blessings in return. This scripture is also known as one of the most quoted passages on tithing.

• Leviticus 27:30

• Genesis 14:18-20

• Malachi 3:10

In this scripture, Jesus addresses the Pharisees about their legalism in tithing, reminding them that while tithing is important, it should be done alongside justice, mercy, and faithfulness.

• Matthew 23:23

• 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

• Hebrews 7:1-10

In Genesis 14:18-20, Abraham gave a tithe (a tenth) to Melchizedek, a priest of God Most High. This is the first mention of tithing in the Bible, setting an example of honoring God with material blessings. Which New Testament scripture reflects back on this scripture.

• Mark 12:41-44

• Hebrews 7:1-10

• Matthew 23:23

How many key points did we focus on when discussing tithing?

• 10

• 5

• 4

• 7

What’s one of the key points we discussed about tithing?

• Sacrificial giving

• Principle of generosity

• 10% of money

• None of these above

How many scriptures did we review about supporting ministers and the needy?

• 1

• 2

• 3

In Matthew 23:23 and Luke 11:42, who mentions tithing while rebuking the Pharisees. He criticizes them for strictly tithing but neglecting more important matters like justice, mercy, and faithfulness. He doesn’t condemn tithing but stresses that it should not replace the weightier matters of the law.

What are two key principles we looked at while reading the Old Testament about tithing?

• Tithing as Worship and God’s Ownership

• Tithing as money and power

• Tithing as generosity and sacrifice