TREASURES: The Biblical Basis for Tithing

Passage: Leviticus 27:30

I. TITHING: WHAT DOES IT MEAN?

A. DEFINITION

1. Tithe comes from a Hebrew word that means ______________________.

2. The OT tithe was a sacred _____________

3. The OT tithe _________________ to the LORD.

B. DESCRIPTION

3 Tithes for Israel

1. Distributed to the priests and ________________ (Num. 18:21-29).

2. Helped support a sacred __________________ (Deut. 14:22-23).

3. Distributed to widows, orphans, and the poor (Deut. 14:28-29).

II. TITHING: QUANTITY OR QUALITY?

A. THE FIRSTFRUITS (Prov. 3:9).

1. The Scripture is clear about the ______________ of the offering.

2. It spoke _______________ about the worshipper.

Truth Point:

God has entrusted treasures to our care. He expects us to be good ____________________.

1. What are the three overarching principles that have guided our study of biblical stewardship? Why are these principles so vitally important?

2. What are some of the blessings of exercising biblical stewardship, i.e. using our time, talents, and treasures for the glory of God?

3. Why are some Christians reluctant to talk about the importance of financial stewardship?

4. Why are so many pastors reluctant to preach and teach about financial stewardship?

5. Does it surprise you that Christians give approximately 2.5% of their income? What is God's response?

6. What does the word, "tithe" mean?

7. Read Leviticus 27:30. What are some important observations about this passage?

8. Read Proverbs 3:9. What does it mean to give our firstfruits? What are some ways that you can give your firstfruits to the Lord?

9. How is giving our treasures to the Lord a thermometer of our faith? Do you sense that God is trying to stretch you in this area?

10. Truth Point: God has entrusted treasures to our care. He expects us to be good stewards.

11. How can you be a better steward this month? This year? What does obedience look like for you?

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