TITHING — Are You Being Taken? Copyright © Sept 24, 2010 & Revised May 18, 2014 Version 1.36 All Rights Reserved. by Mike Bacon. Permission to distribute

TITHINGTITHING——

Are You Being Are You Being Taken?Taken?

Copyright © Sept 24, 2010 & Revised May 18, 2014 Version 1.36 All Rights Reserved.Copyright © Sept 24, 2010 & Revised May 18, 2014 Version 1.36 All Rights Reserved.

by Mike Bacon.by Mike Bacon.

Permission to distribute this material is granted with the provision that the entire document is transmitted as Permission to distribute this material is granted with the provision that the entire document is transmitted as is in its entirety and distributed free of any cost.is in its entirety and distributed free of any cost.

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TithingTithingAre You Being Are You Being Taken?Taken?

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IntroductionIntroductionAre You Being Are You Being Taken?Taken?

Mike’s BackgroundMike’s Background

Men are fallible.Men are fallible.

2 Tim 2:15…rightly dividing the 2 Tim 2:15…rightly dividing the word of truth.word of truth.

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17 "Do not think that I have come to 17 "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I abolish the Law or the Prophets; I

have not come to abolish them but to have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. fulfill them.

18 “For truly, I say to you, until heaven 18 “For truly, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the Law until all a dot, will pass from the Law until all

is accomplished.” - Mat 5:17-18is accomplished.” - Mat 5:17-18

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Questions to Think About:Questions to Think About:

1. Can men keep the women’s health laws?1. Can men keep the women’s health laws?

2. Were women given priest duties?2. Were women given priest duties?

3. Can women be circumcised?3. Can women be circumcised?

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Questions to Think About:Questions to Think About:

1. Can men keep the women’s health laws?1. Can men keep the women’s health laws?

2. Were women given priest duties?2. Were women given priest duties?

3. Can women be circumcised?3. Can women be circumcised?

NOTNOT a matter of being done away. a matter of being done away.

Matter of APPLICABILITY.Matter of APPLICABILITY.

Is Tithing Applicable Today?Is Tithing Applicable Today?6


8 Rationals for Tithing Today8 Rationals for Tithing Today

1. Malachi 3:8-101. Malachi 3:8-109 9 Ye are cursedYe are cursed with a curse: for with a curse: for ye have robbed meye have robbed me, even , even

this whole nation.this whole nation.

2. Deut. 28:452. Deut. 28:45 Moreover all these curses shall come upon youMoreover all these curses shall come upon you, and shall , and shall

pursue you, and overtake you, till you be destroyed; pursue you, and overtake you, till you be destroyed; because you hearkened not unto the voice of YHVH because you hearkened not unto the voice of YHVH thy God, to keep his commandments and his statutes thy God, to keep his commandments and his statutes which he commanded you:which he commanded you:

3. Lev 27:323. Lev 27:32And concerning the tithe…the tenth shall be holy unto And concerning the tithe…the tenth shall be holy unto

the LORDthe LORD…it is holy unto the LORD.…it is holy unto the LORD.7

IntroductionIntroduction8 Rationals for Tithing Today8 Rationals for Tithing Today

4. “Principle of Tithing” / Sowing 4. “Principle of Tithing” / Sowing a Seeda Seed

A Christian should tithe because of the principle of giving A Christian should tithe because of the principle of giving and being blessed. and being blessed.

5. Matt 23:235. Matt 23:23““But did Jesus Himself But did Jesus Himself clearly clearly indicate that tithing was still to be done?indicate that tithing was still to be done?Yes! He Yes! He did. did. Notice His Words:Notice His Words: ‘ ‘Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for

you pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have you pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these you ought to have done, mercy, and faith: these you ought to have done, and not and not to leave the other undone.’to leave the other undone.’

““Here Jesus shows that He expects those who practice love, justice, mercy Here Jesus shows that He expects those who practice love, justice, mercy and faith and faith alsoalso to practice to practice tithing! tithing! Any honest teacher of grammar—if Any honest teacher of grammar—if it were any other topic—would agree that Christ is telling us it were any other topic—would agree that Christ is telling us not not to to leave tithing out! We must not leave tithing “undone”!leave tithing out! We must not leave tithing “undone”!

““How Clear!How Clear!““For the entire Bible shows us that if we honor God with our possessions, For the entire Bible shows us that if we honor God with our possessions,

“So your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with “So your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine (Proverbs 3:9-10). new wine (Proverbs 3:9-10). – R.C.M., Minister, May-June 2010– R.C.M., Minister, May-June 2010

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IntroductionIntroduction8 Rationals for Tithing Today8 Rationals for Tithing Today

6. Tithing brings a blessing.6. Tithing brings a blessing.A Christian should tithe because of the principle of A Christian should tithe because of the principle of

giving and being blessed. giving and being blessed.

7. Tithing was Before the Law at Mt 7. Tithing was Before the Law at Mt Sinai.Sinai.

By this same reasoning all the Ten Commandments, clean and unclean By this same reasoning all the Ten Commandments, clean and unclean meats, the 5 major sacrifices, etc are stated prior to the giving of meats, the 5 major sacrifices, etc are stated prior to the giving of the Law to Israel at Mt. Sinai. Yet Christians today does not keep the Law to Israel at Mt. Sinai. Yet Christians today does not keep the Sabbath, clean and unclean meats, or the sacrifices—which will the Sabbath, clean and unclean meats, or the sacrifices—which will be kept in the millennium (of which there controversy and/or lack of be kept in the millennium (of which there controversy and/or lack of understanding) under Christ’s rule (according to Ezekiel). Picking understanding) under Christ’s rule (according to Ezekiel). Picking and choosing which laws to obey based upon the traditions of men and choosing which laws to obey based upon the traditions of men is not acceptable before the Creatoris not acceptable before the Creator

8. Agriculture Produce was the Currency 8. Agriculture Produce was the Currency of the Day.of the Day.

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A B C’s / Executive SummaryA B C’s / Executive Summary

A. There is A. There is nono Levitical priesthood / Temple to tithe to. Levitical priesthood / Temple to tithe to.

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A. There is A. There is nono Levitical priesthood / Temple to tithe to. Levitical priesthood / Temple to tithe to.B. Ministers cannot have a tithe inheritance without B. Ministers cannot have a tithe inheritance without

members receiving a land inheritance.members receiving a land inheritance.

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members receiving a land inheritance.members receiving a land inheritance.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.

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members receiving a land inheritance.members receiving a land inheritance.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.D. Spirit led believers are also called priests D. Spirit led believers are also called priests

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members receiving a land inheritance.members receiving a land inheritance.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.

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members receiving a land inheritance.members receiving a land inheritance.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.F. We live under a secular government – not a theocracy.F. We live under a secular government – not a theocracy.

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members receiving a land inheritance.members receiving a land inheritance.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.F. We live under a secular government – not a theocracy.F. We live under a secular government – not a theocracy.G. A believer is to offer their life---not a “tenth”.G. A believer is to offer their life---not a “tenth”.

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A. There is A. There is nono Levitical priesthood / Temple to tithe to. Levitical priesthood / Temple to tithe to.B. Ministers cannot have a tithe inheritance without members B. Ministers cannot have a tithe inheritance without members

receiving a land inheritance.receiving a land inheritance.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.C. There is a change of priesthood: Jesus Christ.D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. D. Spirit led believers are also called priests. E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.E. We are not to add or take away from the Word of God.F. We live under a secular government – not a theocracy.F. We live under a secular government – not a theocracy.G. A believer is to offer their life---not a “tenth”.G. A believer is to offer their life---not a “tenth”.H. Believers have the earnest of the Spirit of power. H. Believers have the earnest of the Spirit of power. That power is still available today.That power is still available today.

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Presentation PurposePresentation PurposeWhat, When, Why, Where, Who of What, When, Why, Where, Who of

Tithing:Tithing:The A-B-C’s from A to Z (Abraham to Zadok)The A-B-C’s from A to Z (Abraham to Zadok)

ROADMAP of our INVESTIGATIONROADMAP of our INVESTIGATIONI. The 5 W’s of Tithing in the Old TestamentI. The 5 W’s of Tithing in the Old Testament

II. Malachi II. Malachi III. Jacob’s VowIII. Jacob’s Vow IV. Tithing in the New Covenant / TestamentIV. Tithing in the New Covenant / Testament V. What is Required of Us Today?V. What is Required of Us Today? 18


““Get the facts first…Get the facts first…

then you may distort them as you then you may distort them as you please.”please.”

——Mark TwainMark Twain

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I. 5 W’s—I. 5 W’s—WHO: Part 1WHO: Part 1WHO BELIEVES IN TITHING - WHO BELIEVES IN TITHING - GENERALIZATIONSGENERALIZATIONS

Tithe Paying ChurchesTithe Paying Churches Non-Tithe Paying Non-Tithe Paying Assemblies of GodAssemblies of God Christian (some) Christian (some) BaptistsBaptists Jehovah Witnesses Jehovah Witnesses Churches of GodChurches of God (many)(many) Jewish Jewish** HolinessHoliness Messianic Jewish (?) Messianic Jewish (?) Latter Day Saints (Mormons)Latter Day Saints (Mormons) Messianic Torah Messianic Torah Keeping Keeping (?)(?) Messianic Christian (?)Messianic Christian (?) PentecostalPentecostal Seventh Day AdventistsSeventh Day Adventists

**Jewish people do *not* tithe today because even they recognize that Jewish people do *not* tithe today because even they recognize that tithing is not applicable without a Levitical priesthood and Templetithing is not applicable without a Levitical priesthood and Temple

--yet they are noted as being generous in their contributions.--yet they are noted as being generous in their contributions.20

5 W’s—5 W’s—WHATWHAT Num 18:20-21 And YHVH spoke unto Aaron, you shall have Num 18:20-21 And YHVH spoke unto Aaron, you shall have

nono inheritance in their land inheritance in their land,, 21 And, behold, I have given 21 And, behold, I have given the children of Levi the children of Levi all the tenth all the tenth in Israel for an inheritance, in Israel for an inheritance, for their service which they serve, even the service of the for their service which they serve, even the service of the tabernacle. tabernacle.

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHATWHATLev. 27:30-32Lev. 27:30-32 And all And all thethe (1)(1) tithe of the tithe of the (2)(2) land land, , whether whether

of the of the seed of the landseed of the land, , or of the fruit of the treeor of the fruit of the tree, , is is (3)(3) YHVHs (the LORD’s). It is YHVHs (the LORD’s). It is (4(4)) holy to the LORD. holy to the LORD. 3131 If a If a man redeems any of his tithe, he must add a man redeems any of his tithe, he must add a (5)(5) fifth of fifth of the value to it. the value to it. 3131 ((6)6) And concerning And concerning the the tithe tithe of the of the herdherd, or of the flock, even of whatsoever passes under , or of the flock, even of whatsoever passes under the rod, the the rod, the (7)(7) tenthtenth shall be holy to the LORD. shall be holy to the LORD.

NOTE What the Verses state:NOTE What the Verses state: 1. 1. Tithe Definition = a tenth partTithe Definition = a tenth part Maaser (H4643) Asar (H6237)Maaser (H4643) Asar (H6237) 2. 2. Land (seed, fruits, anything that grows on the land)Land (seed, fruits, anything that grows on the land) and and created by YHVH.created by YHVH. 3. 3. It is YHVH’sIt is YHVH’s 4. 4. Holy to YHVHHoly to YHVH 5. 5. Penalty provisionsPenalty provisions 66. Animals. Animals 7. 7. Animals–the tenth animal–Animals–the tenth animal–notnot the first!the first! 22

5 W’s—5 W’s—WHATWHATNOTE What It Does NOT Say…..NOTE What It Does NOT Say…..

Does it anywhere sayDoes it anywhere say “ “the the first first tenthtenth”?”? Does it anywhere sayDoes it anywhere say “ “thethe best”? best”? Does it anywhere state this isDoes it anywhere state this is “a principal”?“a principal”? Does it say anything aboutDoes it say anything about gross annual gross annual

income?income? Does it say anything aboutDoes it say anything about net annual income net annual income

after all Federal, State, and Local Taxes have after all Federal, State, and Local Taxes have been paid?been paid?

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Does it anywhere sayDoes it anywhere say “ “thethe first first tenthtenth”?”? Does it anywhere sayDoes it anywhere say “ “thethe best”? best”? Does it anywhere state this isDoes it anywhere state this is “a principle”?“a principle”? Does it say anything aboutDoes it say anything about gross annual gross annual

income?income? Does it say anything aboutDoes it say anything about net annual income net annual income

after all Federal, State, and Local Taxes have after all Federal, State, and Local Taxes have been paid?been paid?

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Does it anywhere say anything that sowing a Does it anywhere say anything that sowing a “seed” is money? “seed” is money?

NONO

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHATWHATNote Note Two WARNINGSTwo WARNINGS

Deut.4:2 "You Deut.4:2 "You shall shall notnot add add to the word which I to the word which I command you, command you, nor nor take awaytake away from it, that you from it, that you keep the commandments of the Lord your God keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you"which I command you"

Deut 12:32 What thing soever I command you, Deut 12:32 What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: you observe to do it: you shall shall notnot add add thereto, thereto, nornor diminishdiminish from it. from it.

Have we added to the Word, today?Have we added to the Word, today?26

5 W’s—5 W’s—WHATWHATNOTE: What it does NOT say…..NOTE: What it does NOT say…..

Does it anywhere say a tithe is Does it anywhere say a tithe is “of the hand”?“of the hand”? i.e. Anything created by man?i.e. Anything created by man?

Biblical / ancient society included bakers, candle Biblical / ancient society included bakers, candle makers, carpenters, clothing makers, hired farm makers, carpenters, clothing makers, hired farm workers, hired herdsmen, hired household workers, hired herdsmen, hired household servants, jewelry craftsmen, masons, servants, jewelry craftsmen, masons, brickmakers, metal craftsmen, musicians, brickmakers, metal craftsmen, musicians, painters, perfume makers, physicians, sculptors, painters, perfume makers, physicians, sculptors, soldiers, tanners, teachers, tent makers, etc.soldiers, tanners, teachers, tent makers, etc.

Did God mention these items/trades/people?Did God mention these items/trades/people?Did He Did He forgetforget to mention them? NO to mention them? NO

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Does it say anything about a Does it say anything about a

VAT? – VAT? – VValue alue AAdded dded TTithe / ithe / TTaxax

NoNo

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHATWHATREMEMBERREMEMBER

Tithing is of Tithing is of “of the “of the landland” (what God creates)” (what God creates) Lev. 27:30-32Lev. 27:30-32 And all And all thethe (1)(1) tithe of the tithe of the (2)(2) land land, , whether of the whether of the

seed of the landseed of the land, , or of the fruit of the treeor of the fruit of the tree ——NOT of the “hand” (what man creates)NOT of the “hand” (what man creates)

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Tithing—Tithing—WHATWHAT3 TITHES REQUIRED!3 TITHES REQUIRED!

What Most Televangelists and Churches don’t tell you!What Most Televangelists and Churches don’t tell you!

11stst Tithe—Lev. 27: 30-32 (“Rent”) Tithe—Lev. 27: 30-32 (“Rent”) 22ndnd Tithe—Deut.14: 23 (Festival) Tithe—Deut.14: 23 (Festival) 33rdrd Tithe— (Social Welfare) Tithe— (Social Welfare) (Levites, orphans, widows, strangers)(Levites, orphans, widows, strangers) Offerings—(Deut 16:10,16)Offerings—(Deut 16:10,16)

TOTAL = Anciently – About TOTAL = Anciently – About 40%40% of one’s annual of one’s annual income.income. National, State, & Local U.S.Taxe$ –about National, State, & Local U.S.Taxe$ –about 40%?40%?

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Tithing—Tithing—WHATWHAT2nd Tithe Further Illustrates Tithing Definition2nd Tithe Further Illustrates Tithing Definition


22ndnd Tithe—Deut.14: 23 (Festival) Tithe—Deut.14: 23 (Festival)

Deut. 14:24-25 And if the way is too long for you, so Deut. 14:24-25 And if the way is too long for you, so that you are not able to carry it; or, if the place is too that you are not able to carry it; or, if the place is too far from you, which the YHVH your God shall far from you, which the YHVH your God shall choose to set his name there, when the YHVH your choose to set his name there, when the YHVH your God has blessed you, 25 Then shall youGod has blessed you, 25 Then shall you turn it into turn it into moneymoney, and bind up the money in your hand, and , and bind up the money in your hand, and shall go to shall go to the placethe place which the YHVH your God which the YHVH your God shall chooseshall choose

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Tithing—Tithing—WHATWHAT3 TITHES REQUIRED!3 TITHES REQUIRED!


Levites Levites alsoalso paid Tithes: Neh.10:38 paid Tithes: Neh.10:38

To whom are the ministers that preach tithing—To whom are the ministers that preach tithing—tithing their tenth?tithing their tenth?

Themselves…Themselves…if at allif at all??

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHENWHEN

Deut 14:22 Thou shall truly tithe all the increase Deut 14:22 Thou shall truly tithe all the increase of thy seed, that the field brings forth of thy seed, that the field brings forth year by year by yearyear. .

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHY (1)WHY (1) WHY- Because it is YHVH’SWHY- Because it is YHVH’S Lev. 27:30-32Lev. 27:30-32 And all the (1) tithe of the (2) land, And all the (1) tithe of the (2) land,

whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree, the tree, is is (3)(3) YHVHs (the LORD’s). YHVHs (the LORD’s). It is It is (4)(4) holy to YHVH (the LORD)holy to YHVH (the LORD) (Israel’s annual (Israel’s annual “rent”.)“rent”.)

A Tithe Keeping RATIONALA Tithe Keeping RATIONAL

We are robbing God! (Mal 3:8) We are robbing God! (Mal 3:8)

It’s Holy! It belongs to God!It’s Holy! It belongs to God!

My Response: OK…what about….My Response: OK…what about…. 34

5 W’s—5 W’s—WHY (1)WHY (1)““It is the Lord’s,” It is the Lord’s,” andand “Holy to the Lord,” “Holy” things to “Holy to the Lord,” “Holy” things to

God God in Leviticus include: in Leviticus include:

Festivals and holy days (23-11 times) Festivals and holy days (23-11 times) God’s name (20:3) God’s name (20:3) Sanctuary (4:6), Sanctuary (4:6), Priests (21:6), Priests (21:6), Crown of the high priest (8:9), Crown of the high priest (8:9), Tithe (27:30, 32). Tithe (27:30, 32). God and his people (11:4; 19:2),God and his people (11:4; 19:2), Linen garments of the high priest (16:4), Linen garments of the high priest (16:4), 4th year’s fruit of a new tree (19:24), 4th year’s fruit of a new tree (19:24),

““Most Holy” things to God in Leviticus includeMost Holy” things to God in Leviticus include: : Priest’s portion of the grain and sin offerings (Lev. 2:3; 6:17), Priest’s portion of the grain and sin offerings (Lev. 2:3; 6:17), Trespass offering (7:1), Trespass offering (7:1), Inner room of the sanctuary (16:2), Inner room of the sanctuary (16:2), Persons under a ban to be punished by death (27:28-29)—Persons under a ban to be punished by death (27:28-29)—

things which are even more holy than the tithe.things which are even more holy than the tithe.35

5 W’s—5 W’s—WHY (2)WHY (2)““PRINCIPLE of Tithing”…….. IS PRINCIPLE of Tithing”…….. IS INHERITANCEINHERITANCE

Num 18:20-21 And YHVH spoke unto Aaron, you shall have Num 18:20-21 And YHVH spoke unto Aaron, you shall have nono inheritance in their land inheritance in their land,, 21 And, behold, I have given 21 And, behold, I have given the the children of children of LeviLevi all theall the tenth tenth in Israel in Israel for an for an inheritance,inheritance, for their service which they serve, even the for their service which they serve, even the service of the tabernacleservice of the tabernacle. .

(i.e. Tithe given in exchange for land inheritance).(i.e. Tithe given in exchange for land inheritance).

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHY (2)WHY (2)““PRINCIPLE of Tithing”…….. IS PRINCIPLE of Tithing”…….. IS INHERITANCEINHERITANCE

Num 35:2-3 Command the children of Israel, that they give Num 35:2-3 Command the children of Israel, that they give unto the Levites of the unto the Levites of the inheritanceinheritance of their possession of their possession cities to dwell incities to dwell in;; and and ye shall give ye shall give alsoalso unto the Levites unto the Levites suburbssuburbs for the cities round about them. And the cities for the cities round about them. And the cities shall they have to dwell in; and the suburbs of them shall be shall they have to dwell in; and the suburbs of them shall be for their for their cattle, and for their goods, and for all their beastscattle, and for their goods, and for all their beasts (i.e. from the tithe of the flocks they received).(i.e. from the tithe of the flocks they received).

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHY (2)WHY (2)PRINCIPLE is INHERITANCEPRINCIPLE is INHERITANCE

Where did the Levites permanently live and serve? Where did the Levites permanently live and serve? 48 cities (Num 35).48 cities (Num 35).

Was Jerusalem one of these cities? Was Jerusalem one of these cities? NO.NO.

What did 11 Tribes of Israel receive as their What did 11 Tribes of Israel receive as their inheritance? inheritance?

The LAND of Israel ! The LAND of Israel !

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHO: Part 2WHO: Part 2

Num 18:20-21 And YHVH spoke unto Aaron, you Num 18:20-21 And YHVH spoke unto Aaron, you shall have shall have nono inheritance in their land inheritance in their land,, 21 And, 21 And, behold, I have given behold, I have given the children of Levithe children of Levi all the all the tenth in Israel for an inheritance, for their service tenth in Israel for an inheritance, for their service which they serve, even the service of the which they serve, even the service of the tabernacle. tabernacle.

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5 W’s—5 W’s—WHOWHOKings (Gov’t) to Take the TitheKings (Gov’t) to Take the Tithe

What most Televangelists and Churches don’t tell youWhat most Televangelists and Churches don’t tell you

1 Sam 8:151 Sam 8:15 And And he (the king) will take the tenthhe (the king) will take the tenth of of your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his officers, and to his servants. 16 And he will take your officers, and to his servants. 16 And he will take your menservants, and your maidservants, and your goodliest menservants, and your maidservants, and your goodliest young men, and your asses, and put them to young men, and your asses, and put them to his workhis work. .

1 Sam 8:171 Sam 8:17 He (the king) will take the tenth He (the king) will take the tenth of your of your sheep: and sheep: and you shall be his servants.you shall be his servants.

WHY?WHY? Because they wanted a man for a King—Because they wanted a man for a King—NotNot GodGod. . (I Sam 8:7)(I Sam 8:7)

NOTE: Kings are NOTE: Kings are notnot priests. priests.40

Duties of 38,000 (?) Tithe-Receiving Levites Duties of 38,000 (?) Tithe-Receiving Levites (1 Chron. 28:32 & 23:4-5)(1 Chron. 28:32 & 23:4-5)

Servants to King: Servants to King: (1) “for every matter pertaining to God,” and (1) “for every matter pertaining to God,” and (2) “affairs of the king” (I Chron. 26:32). (2) “affairs of the king” (I Chron. 26:32). 24,000 Temple Workers (23:4)24,000 Temple Workers (23:4) 6, 000 civil and religious judges and officers 6, 000 civil and religious judges and officers (23:4; 26:29-31), “leaders (i.e. lesser rulers?), priests, (23:4; 26:29-31), “leaders (i.e. lesser rulers?), priests,

and Levites” (23:2). and Levites” (23:2). There were 6,000 Levites who served as governmental There were 6,000 Levites who served as governmental

judges and treasurers in the Levitical cities: 1,700 judged judges and treasurers in the Levitical cities: 1,700 judged and collected revenue in one region of the country, 2,700 and collected revenue in one region of the country, 2,700 in another region, and (evidently) 1,600 in a third region in another region, and (evidently) 1,600 in a third region (26:31-32).(26:31-32).

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How Did King David Handle the Tithes?How Did King David Handle the Tithes?

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Duties of 38,000 (?) Tithe-Receiving Levites Duties of 38,000 (?) Tithe-Receiving Levites (1 Chron. 28:32 & 23:4-5)(1 Chron. 28:32 & 23:4-5)

4,000 civil and religious guards (23:5) (Neh. 13:22)4,000 civil and religious guards (23:5) (Neh. 13:22) 4,000 singers (23:5)4,000 singers (23:5) 4,600 earlier served as soldiers (1 Chron. 12:23, 26) 4,600 earlier served as soldiers (1 Chron. 12:23, 26)

(1 Chron 27:5)(1 Chron 27:5)

Reference: Ezra 2:40-42, 61; Neh. 7:43-45; Neh. 8:9; 10:28, 39; Reference: Ezra 2:40-42, 61; Neh. 7:43-45; Neh. 8:9; 10:28, 39; Neh. 12:44-45.Neh. 12:44-45.

CONCLUSION: KING DAVID HANDLED THE TITHES IN CONCLUSION: KING DAVID HANDLED THE TITHES IN A RIGHTEOUS MANNERA RIGHTEOUS MANNER

——He was not corrected on this matter—He was not corrected on this matter—


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Jewish Encyclopedia, Encyclopedia Judaica, 5050 Judaica, Jewish Encyclopedia, Encyclopedia Judaica, 5050 Judaica, s.v. “tithe.” indicates that tithes were political taxes: s.v. “tithe.” indicates that tithes were political taxes:

““As may be learned from 1 Sam. 8:15, 17 and from As may be learned from 1 Sam. 8:15, 17 and from Ugarit the tithe could also be a royal tax which the king Ugarit the tithe could also be a royal tax which the king could exact and give to his officials. This ambiguity of the could exact and give to his officials. This ambiguity of the tithe, as a royal due on the one hand, and as a sacred tithe, as a royal due on the one hand, and as a sacred donation on the other, is to be explained by the fact that donation on the other, is to be explained by the fact that the temples to which the tithe was assigned were royal the temples to which the tithe was assigned were royal temples (cf. Amos 7:13) and, as such, the property and temples (cf. Amos 7:13) and, as such, the property and treasures in them were put at the king’s disposal….”treasures in them were put at the king’s disposal….”

““As is well known, the kings controlled the treasures of As is well known, the kings controlled the treasures of palace and temple alike, which is understandable, since palace and temple alike, which is understandable, since they were responsible for the maintenance of the they were responsible for the maintenance of the sanctuary and its service…. It stands to reason that the sanctuary and its service…. It stands to reason that the tithe, which originally was a religious tribute, came to be tithe, which originally was a religious tribute, came to be channeled to the court, and was therefore supervised by channeled to the court, and was therefore supervised by royal authorities.”royal authorities.”


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2. Malachi – The WHOLE 2. Malachi – The WHOLE Book!Book!

What most Televangelists and Churches don’t tell you!What most Televangelists and Churches don’t tell you!

Mal. 3:7Mal. 3:7 Even from the days of your fathers ye are gone Even from the days of your fathers ye are gone away from mine ordinances, and have not kept them. away from mine ordinances, and have not kept them. Return unto me, and I will return unto you, says YHVH of Return unto me, and I will return unto you, says YHVH of hosts. But ye said, Wherein shall we return? hosts. But ye said, Wherein shall we return?

Mal. 3:8Mal. 3:8 Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and In tithes and offerings.offerings.

Mal. 3:9Mal. 3:9 Ye are cursed with a curse: for ye have robbed Ye are cursed with a curse: for ye have robbed me, even this whole nation. me, even this whole nation.

Mal. 3:10Mal. 3:10 Bring ye all the Bring ye all the tithes into the storehousetithes into the storehouse,, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, says YHVH of hosts, if I will not open you now herewith, says YHVH of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessingpour you out a blessing, , that there shall not be room enough to receive itthat there shall not be room enough to receive it

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Malachi – The WHOLE Malachi – The WHOLE Book!Book!

AskAsk the 5 W’s: the 5 W’s: Who, What, Why, Where, When!Who, What, Why, Where, When!

CONTEXTCONTEXT What is the context: who is YHVH speaking to? What is the context: who is YHVH speaking to? 1:1-5 Introduction: All Israel to hear this 1:1-5 Introduction: All Israel to hear this message...about who…???message...about who…??? 1:6-14 General Complaint against 1:6-14 General Complaint against the prieststhe priests 2:1- 4:6 Specifics against 2:1- 4:6 Specifics against the priests.the priests. Who does the word “you” refer to after 1:6? Who does the word “you” refer to after 1:6? The priests? The priests? What were the priests accused of? What were the priests accused of? Lack of Honor Lack of Honor

towards God, wrongful sacrifices + more (1:6-8);towards God, wrongful sacrifices + more (1:6-8); Corrupting the covenant (2:8)Corrupting the covenant (2:8) Theft (3:8-10) Theft (3:8-10)

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Ask the 5 W’s: Who, What, Why, Where, When!Ask the 5 W’s: Who, What, Why, Where, When!

The Book of Malachi is referring to the corrupt The Book of Malachi is referring to the corrupt priests of the day and their robbing of YHVH—priests of the day and their robbing of YHVH—not not the people.the people.

Let’s take a closer look…Let’s take a closer look…

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Who was cursed 4 times before Mal 3:9? Who was cursed 4 times before Mal 3:9? The priests: 1:14The priests: 1:14; ; 2:2 (3 times) 2:2 (3 times) Who was this message / the commandment addressed to?Who was this message / the commandment addressed to? 2:12:1 How strong was the language YHVH used?How strong was the language YHVH used? 2:3 !!!!!!! 2:3 !!!!!!! Who was a specific covenant made with?Who was a specific covenant made with? The covenant of Levi: 2:4, 5, 8, 10.The covenant of Levi: 2:4, 5, 8, 10. What does “Malachi” mean? What does “Malachi” mean? My MessengerMy Messenger Who were God’s messengers? Who were God’s messengers? The Levites!The Levites!

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Who has committed the sins? Only the priests? Who has committed the sins? Only the priests? Only Judah? Does it say “you Judah”?Only Judah? Does it say “you Judah”?

3:10-11 3:10-11 Are the priests responsible for the spiritual Are the priests responsible for the spiritual

welfare of the people?welfare of the people? 2:8-92:8-9 Who is being purified?Who is being purified? Sons of Levi. 3:3Sons of Levi. 3:3

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LOCATIONLOCATION Where did priests serve? Where did priests serve? Jerusalem Jerusalem (I Chron. 27)(I Chron. 27) Where did the Levites permanently live and Where did the Levites permanently live and

serve? serve? 48 cities (Num 35, etc). But not 48 cities (Num 35, etc). But not Jerusalem! Neh 10:37: and the tithes of our Jerusalem! Neh 10:37: and the tithes of our ground unto the Levites, that theground unto the Levites, that the same Levites same Levites might have the tithes in all the cities of our might have the tithes in all the cities of our tillage.tillage.

Where did the Levites use the tithe?Where did the Levites use the tithe? The The homes and fields (Num 35:2-3)homes and fields (Num 35:2-3)

Where did the Aaronic priesthood live?Where did the Aaronic priesthood live? 13 0f 13 0f the 48 cities (Josh 21:9-19)the 48 cities (Josh 21:9-19)

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TITHE of the TITHETITHE of the TITHE What is the tithe the priests were given? What is the tithe the priests were given? The The

Tithe of the Tithe the Levites received (Neh. Tithe of the Tithe the Levites received (Neh. 10:38) from Israel to be given to the priests in 10:38) from Israel to be given to the priests in Jerusalem. Jerusalem.

Yes, even the Levite tithed. Yes, even the Levite tithed. Where was this tithe used?.Where was this tithe used?.Jerusalem—the Jerusalem—the

House of God (Neh. 10:35-38)House of God (Neh. 10:35-38)

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AskAsk the 5 W’s: the 5 W’s: Who, What, Why, Where, WhenWho, What, Why, Where, When

STOREHOUSESTOREHOUSE What and where is the “treasure house” What and where is the “treasure house” (H214) (H214) and and

the “storehouse”? (the “storehouse”? (H214 & H1004H214 & H1004) ) Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the the House of God House of God (3:10 Neh.10:35-38)(3:10 Neh.10:35-38)

"And the priest the son of Aaron shall be with the "And the priest the son of Aaron shall be with the Levites, when the Levites, when the Levites take tithesLevites take tithes: : and the and the Levites shall bring up the Levites shall bring up the tithetithe of the tithes of the tithes unto the unto the house of our Godhouse of our God, to the chambers, into the , to the chambers, into the treasure (H214) house."treasure (H214) house." —Neh.10:38 —Neh.10:38

Storehouse = Storehouse = owtsar (H214) owtsar (H214) used 79 times in the used 79 times in the OT as OT as "treasure" "treasure" or "treasures" (61 times) and or "treasures" (61 times) and several times as "treasury" (10 times) or several times as "treasury" (10 times) or "storehouse" or "storehouses" (3 times), "armory," "storehouse" or "storehouses" (3 times), "armory," "garners“, and "store." "garners“, and "store."

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Temple Storehouses Where were the storehouses located? (1 Kings 6:4-6,10) 1Ki 6:5 And against the wall

of the house he built chambers (i.e. multiple rooms) round about, against the walls of the house round about, both of the temple and of the oracle: and he made chambers round about:

Were the storehouses large enough for all of Israel’s tithes? No. See their sizes in 1 Kings 6:4-6,10). The largest combined room would be 21 feet wide by 21 feet long by 7 1/2 feet tall.

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What are the blessings and curses? What are the blessings and curses? Deut 28 which Deut 28 which were all part of the Torah of which tithing were all part of the Torah of which tithing is a part.is a part. Why Why chose only chose only oneone blessing (for tithing) when blessing (for tithing) when allall the the commandments are a blessing?commandments are a blessing?

What is the blessing / reward of the faithful Levites? What is the blessing / reward of the faithful Levites? Ezk 44:15-16 Ezk 44:15-16 [Speaking of the [Speaking of the 44thth Temple] Temple] But the But the priests the Levites, priests the Levites, the sons of Zadokthe sons of Zadok, , that kept the that kept the charge of my sanctuary when the children of Israel went charge of my sanctuary when the children of Israel went astray from me, they shall come near to me to minister astray from me, they shall come near to me to minister unto me, and they shall stand before me to offer unto me unto me, and they shall stand before me to offer unto me the fat and the blood, said the Lord YHVH: 16 They shall the fat and the blood, said the Lord YHVH: 16 They shall enter into my sanctuary, and they shall come near to my enter into my sanctuary, and they shall come near to my table, to minister unto me, and they shall keep my table, to minister unto me, and they shall keep my charge.charge.

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Malachi 3:9Malachi 3:9 –– The‘Kicker’!The‘Kicker’!

The The CorrectCorrect** Translation is: Translation is: “ “You have cursed You have cursed MeMe with a curse with a curse, for you have , for you have

robbed Me, robbed Me, even even this whole nation”. this whole nation”.

* * “The Sopherium (Scribes) say that they “The Sopherium (Scribes) say that they alteredaltered the letter n (Mem=m) into p (nun=N), thus the letter n (Mem=m) into p (nun=N), thus making it passive instead of active, and making it passive instead of active, and detaching it from the rest of the sentence. This detaching it from the rest of the sentence. This was done to avoid a supposed irreverence”.was done to avoid a supposed irreverence”.

E.W. Bullinger,E.W. Bullinger,The Companion BibleThe Companion Bible

For more information on this change see:For more information on this change see:““The Emendations of the Scribes” The Emendations of the Scribes”

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Tithing ReviewTithing Review

WHAT:WHAT: 1)1) Tithe Agriculture and AnimalsTithe Agriculture and Animals Of the “Land”…Of the “Land”…notnot of the “Hand”! / Lev 27:30-32 of the “Hand”! / Lev 27:30-32 2) The tenth animal 2) The tenth animal

3) The Levites gave the “best” as the tenth.3) The Levites gave the “best” as the tenth. 4) 3 tithes!4) 3 tithes! 5) Levites paid tithes 5) Levites paid tithes

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WHEN: WHEN: Year by Year (Annually) / Deut 14:22Year by Year (Annually) / Deut 14:22

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WHY: WHY: For Temple service and For Temple service and nono land inheritance land inheritance Holy to YHVH / Lev 27Holy to YHVH / Lev 27:: PRINCIPLE of TITHING is:PRINCIPLE of TITHING is: INHERITANCE!INHERITANCE!

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Tithing ReviewTithing ReviewWHAT:WHAT: 1)1) Tithe Agriculture and AnimalsTithe Agriculture and Animals Of the “Land”…Of the “Land”…notnot of the “Hand”! / Lev 27:30-32 of the “Hand”! / Lev 27:30-32 2) The tenth animal 2) The tenth animal



WHY: WHY: For Temple service and For Temple service and nono land inheritance land inheritance Holy to YHVH / Lev 27Holy to YHVH / Lev 27:: PRINCIPLE of TITHING is:PRINCIPLE of TITHING is: INHERITANCE!INHERITANCE!

WHO:WHO: Children of Levi (Levites) / Num 18:21 Children of Levi (Levites) / Num 18:21

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III. Jacob’s VowIII. Jacob’s Vow

Vow:Vow: "The conditional 'vow' generally had a "The conditional 'vow' generally had a preceding clause before the oath giving the preceding clause before the oath giving the conditions which had to come to pass before the conditions which had to come to pass before the 'vow' became valid.”'vow' became valid.”

——Vine's Expository Dictionary of Biblical WordsVine's Expository Dictionary of Biblical Words

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Jacob’s VowJacob’s Vow5 Parts to Jacob’s Conditional Vow:5 Parts to Jacob’s Conditional Vow:

Gen 28:20 And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, Gen 28:20 And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, 1) 1) IfIf God will be God will be with me, with me, 2) 2) and and will keep me in this way that I go, will keep me in this way that I go, 3) 3) and and will will give me bread to eat, give me bread to eat, 4) 4) andand raiment to put on, 21 raiment to put on, 21 5) 5) So that I So that I come again come again to my father's house in peace; to my father's house in peace; THENTHEN 1) 1) shall YHVH shall YHVH be my God: 22 be my God: 22 2) 2) And this stone, which I have set for a pillar, And this stone, which I have set for a pillar, shall be God's house: shall be God's house: 3) 3) and and of allof all that you shall give me that you shall give me I will I will surely ive the tenth unto thee.surely ive the tenth unto thee.

Jacob had fulfilled 2 parts of his 3 part conditional vow. Jacob had fulfilled 2 parts of his 3 part conditional vow. 1.1. YHVH had brought him back to the “land” and Jacob had YHVH had brought him back to the “land” and Jacob had now made YHVH his God. now made YHVH his God.

2.2. He had returned to Bethel, which is “house of God.” He had He had returned to Bethel, which is “house of God.” He had built an altar, set up a pillar of stone and poured upon it a drink built an altar, set up a pillar of stone and poured upon it a drink offering and oil.offering and oil.

3.3. ““and and of allof all that you shall give me” that you shall give me” –had not yet been fulfilled! –had not yet been fulfilled!

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Jacob’s VowJacob’s Vow 3) and 3) and of allof all that you shall give me… that you shall give me…

WHATWHAT was Jacob promised to be given that he had not was Jacob promised to be given that he had not yet received? yet received?

The land promised to Abraham…the “Promised Land”!The land promised to Abraham…the “Promised Land”!

The Abrahamic Covenant.The Abrahamic Covenant.

And And WHO WHO could Jacob give the tithe to…anyways?could Jacob give the tithe to…anyways? Gen 15:18 In the same day the YHVH made a covenant with Abram, Gen 15:18 In the same day the YHVH made a covenant with Abram,

saying, Unto your seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt saying, Unto your seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt unto the great river, the river Euphrates: unto the great river, the river Euphrates:

Gen 28:13-14 And, behold, the YHVH stood above it, and said, I am the Gen 28:13-14 And, behold, the YHVH stood above it, and said, I am the YHVH God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac: the land YHVH God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac: the land whereon you lie, to thee will I give it, and to your seed; 14 And your whereon you lie, to thee will I give it, and to your seed; 14 And your seed shall be as the dust of the earth, and you shall spread abroad to seed shall be as the dust of the earth, and you shall spread abroad to the west, and to the east, and to the north, and to the south: and in the west, and to the east, and to the north, and to the south: and in thee and in your seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed.thee and in your seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed. 63

Jacob’s VowJacob’s Vow

WHEN WHEN did Jacob / “Israel” finally inherit the land did Jacob / “Israel” finally inherit the land which YHVH had promised to him and Abraham? which YHVH had promised to him and Abraham? Exodus 33:1 Exodus 33:1 And the LORD said unto Moses, Depart, [and] go up And the LORD said unto Moses, Depart, [and] go up hence, thou and the people which thou hast brought up out of the land hence, thou and the people which thou hast brought up out of the land of Egypt, of Egypt, unto the landunto the land which I swore unto Abraham, to Isaac, and to which I swore unto Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, saying, Unto thy seed will I give it:Jacob, saying, Unto thy seed will I give it:

Deuteronomy 1:8 Deuteronomy 1:8 Behold, Behold, I have set the land before you:I have set the land before you: go in and go in and possess the land which the LORD swore unto your fathers, Abraham, possess the land which the LORD swore unto your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give unto them and to their seed after them.Isaac, and Jacob, to give unto them and to their seed after them. (Gen 15:18)

And And WHENWHEN was Israel required to pay tithes? was Israel required to pay tithes? Lev 27!Lev 27!

3) 3) and of all that you shall give me…and of all that you shall give me…I will surely give I will surely give the tenth unto thee.the tenth unto thee.

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IV. Tithing in the New IV. Tithing in the New CovenantCovenant


WHAT is the Scriptural Definition of the WHAT is the Scriptural Definition of the “Seed” that many ministries are asking you “Seed” that many ministries are asking you

to sow?to sow?

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Tithing in the New Tithing in the New CovenantCovenant

Mat 13:3-9 And he spoke many things unto them in Mat 13:3-9 And he spoke many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; 4 And when he sowed, 4 And when he sowed, some seeds some seeds fell by the way side, and the fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up: 5 Some fell upon stony places, fowls came and devoured them up: 5 Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth: 6 And when the sun was because they had no deepness of earth: 6 And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away. 7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns withered away. 7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them: 8 sprung up, and choked them: 8 But other fell into good ground, But other fell into good ground, and brought forth and brought forth fruit,fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold. some thirtyfold. 9 Who hath ears to hear, let him hear. 9 Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

Matt 13:10-12 And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why do you Matt 13:10-12 And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why do you speak to them in parables? 11 He answered and said unto them, speak to them in parables? 11 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given. 12 For whosoever hath, to of heaven, but to them it is not given. 12 For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath. hath.

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Luke 8:5 A sower went out to sow Luke 8:5 A sower went out to sow his seedhis seed: : and as he and as he sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. 6 And some fell upon a and the fowls of the air devoured it. 6 And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, because it lacked moisture. 7 And some fell among thorns; because it lacked moisture. 7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it.:8 and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it.:8 And other And other fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit an fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit an hundredfoldhundredfold. And when he had said these things, he cried, . And when he had said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. 9 And his disciples He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. 9 And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable be? 10 And he asked him, saying, What might this parable be? 10 And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand. might not see, and hearing they might not understand.

Luke 8:11 “Now the parable is this: Luke 8:11 “Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God.” (!)The seed is the word of God.” (!)

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It Bears Repeating:It Bears Repeating:

The The “Seed”“Seed” is the is the Word of God!Word of God! (Luke 8:11). (Luke 8:11).

And what do Scriptures define as fruit?And what do Scriptures define as fruit?Galatians 5:22-23Galatians 5:22-23

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Ask the 5 questions: Ask the 5 questions: Who, What, Why, Where, When.Who, What, Why, Where, When. ----WhoWho is paid the tithe? is paid the tithe? ----WhereWhere are the Levites today? are the Levites today?

----Where Where is the Temple in Jerusalem today?is the Temple in Jerusalem today?** (Why not after 50 years?!)(Why not after 50 years?!) and…and… ----WhyWhy are people, today, tithing to are people, today, tithing to non-Levites? non-Levites?

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Christ is Priest of a Different OrderChrist is Priest of a Different Order

Christ is not a member of the tribe of Levi….but Christ is not a member of the tribe of Levi….but reckoned from the Tribe of Judah (Heb 7:14). reckoned from the Tribe of Judah (Heb 7:14).

He cannot be a priest…unless it is a different orderHe cannot be a priest…unless it is a different order..

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Priesthood has changed Priesthood has changed 33 TIMES since GenesisTIMES since Genesis

Genesis 14:18-20Genesis 14:18-20 And And MelchizedekMelchizedek (remember the (remember the sons of Zadok in Ezekiel) king of Salem brought forth sons of Zadok in Ezekiel) king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and he was the priest of the most bread and wine: and he was the priest of the most high God. 19 And he blessed him, and said, Blessed high God. 19 And he blessed him, and said, Blessed be Abram of the most high God, possessor of heaven be Abram of the most high God, possessor of heaven and earth: 20 And blessed be the most high God, and earth: 20 And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered your enemies into thy hand. And which hath delivered your enemies into thy hand. And he gave him he gave him tithestithes of all. of all.

11stst Change. Change. Exodus 13:2Exodus 13:2 Sanctify unto me all Sanctify unto me all the the firstbornfirstborn,, whatsoever opens the womb among the whatsoever opens the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and of beast: it is mine.children of Israel, both of man and of beast: it is mine.71


Priesthood has changed TIMES since GenesisPriesthood has changed TIMES since Genesis

22ndnd Change. Change. Num 8:14-16Num 8:14-16 Thus shall you separate Thus shall you separate the Levites from among the children of Israel: and the the Levites from among the children of Israel: and the Levites shall be mine. 15 And after that shall the Levites shall be mine. 15 And after that shall the Levites go in to do the service of the tabernacle of the Levites go in to do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation:…16 For they are wholly given unto me congregation:…16 For they are wholly given unto me from among the children of Israel; instead of such as from among the children of Israel; instead of such as open every womb, even open every womb, even instead of the firstborninstead of the firstborn of all of all the children of Israel, have I taken them unto me.the children of Israel, have I taken them unto me.

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Priesthood has changed TIMES since GenesisPriesthood has changed TIMES since Genesis

33rdrd Change. Change. Hebrews 7:1Hebrews 7:1 For the priesthood being For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity achanged, there is made of necessity a change also of change also of the lawthe law.. What Law? (What Law? (See 2 above & repeated below).See 2 above & repeated below).

2. 2. THIS LAW THIS LAW Num 8:14-16Num 8:14-16 Thus shall you Thus shall you separate the Levites from among the children of Israel: separate the Levites from among the children of Israel: and the Levites shall be mine. 15 And after that shall and the Levites shall be mine. 15 And after that shall the Levites go in to do the service of the tabernacle of the Levites go in to do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation:…16 For they are wholly given unto the congregation:…16 For they are wholly given unto me from among the children of Israel; instead of such me from among the children of Israel; instead of such as open every womb, even as open every womb, even instead of the firstborninstead of the firstborn of all the children of Israel, have I taken them unto me.of all the children of Israel, have I taken them unto me.

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Heb 7:1 For this Melchisedec, king of Salem, priest of the most high Heb 7:1 For this Melchisedec, king of Salem, priest of the most high God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, and blessed him; Heb 7:2 To whom also Abraham gave a and blessed him; Heb 7:2 To whom also Abraham gave a tenthtenth part of all; first being by interpretation King of righteousness, and part of all; first being by interpretation King of righteousness, and after that also King of Salem, which is, King of peaceafter that also King of Salem, which is, King of peace

Heb 7:9 And as I may so say, Levi also, who receive Heb 7:9 And as I may so say, Levi also, who receive tithes,tithes, payed payed tithestithes in Abraham. 10 For he was yet in the loins of his father, when in Abraham. 10 For he was yet in the loins of his father, when Melchisedec met him. Melchisedec met him.

Heb 7:12 For the Heb 7:12 For the priesthoodpriesthood being changed, there is made of being changed, there is made of necessity a necessity a change also of the lawchange also of the law. . WHAT LAW? See VERSE 13:WHAT LAW? See VERSE 13:

Heb 7:13 For Heb 7:13 For he of whom these things are spoken pertains to he of whom these things are spoken pertains to another tribeanother tribe, , of which no man gave attendance at the altar. of which no man gave attendance at the altar.

Heb 7:17 For he testifies YouHeb 7:17 For he testifies You are a priest for ever after the order are a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec. of Melchisedec.

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““Cohen and Sons” attorneys at law…Cohen and Sons” attorneys at law…

lost the contract and fired for greed & lost the contract and fired for greed & incompetence. incompetence.

The new Executors of the Will and Inheritance The new Executors of the Will and Inheritance

are now…are now…

““Melchisedec and Sons” Melchisedec and Sons”

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And How does Paul address the understanding of the And How does Paul address the understanding of the concept of the Melchisedec Priesthood to the Hebrews?concept of the Melchisedec Priesthood to the Hebrews?

Heb 5:10 being designated by God a high priest after the order of Heb 5:10 being designated by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek. 11 Melchizedek. 11 About this we have much to sayAbout this we have much to say, and , and it is hard to it is hard to explain,explain, since you have become dull of hearing. since you have become dull of hearing.

Heb 5:12 Heb 5:12 For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic principles of the oracles of God. someone to teach you again the basic principles of the oracles of God. You need milk, not solid food, You need milk, not solid food, 13 for everyone who lives on milk is 13 for everyone who lives on milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, since he is a child. unskilled in the word of righteousness, since he is a child.

Heb 5:14 But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers Heb 5:14 But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil. evil.

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THEREFORE…THEREFORE…

One One cannotcannot tithe tithe to the Melchisedic priesthood to the Melchisedic priesthood

for these reasons:for these reasons: 1. How does one pay tithes to Jesus Christ in heaven?1. How does one pay tithes to Jesus Christ in heaven?

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One One cannotcannot tithe tithe to the Melchisedec priesthood to the Melchisedec priesthood

for these reasons:for these reasons: 1. How does one pay tithes to Jesus Christ in heaven?1. How does one pay tithes to Jesus Christ in heaven? 2. Christ is the only “spiritual” member of the Melchisedec2. Christ is the only “spiritual” member of the Melchisedec

priesthood. Do we have an elevator to heaven for tithes?priesthood. Do we have an elevator to heaven for tithes?

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One One cannotcannot tithe tithe to the Melchisedec priesthood to the Melchisedec priesthood for these reasons:for these reasons:

1. How does one pay tithes to Jesus Christ in heaven?1. How does one pay tithes to Jesus Christ in heaven? 2. Christ is the only “spiritual” member of the Melchizedec 2. Christ is the only “spiritual” member of the Melchizedec priesthood. Do we have an elevator to heaven for tithes?priesthood. Do we have an elevator to heaven for tithes? 3. The individual believer is considered a priest and temple:3. The individual believer is considered a priest and temple: 1 Peter 2:51 Peter 2:5 You also, as lively stones, are built up a You also, as lively stones, are built up a

spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, sacrifices,

1 Peter 2:91 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen generation, a royal But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people;…priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people;…

1 Cor 3:161 Cor 3:16 Know you not that you are the temple of God, Know you not that you are the temple of God, and and thatthat the Spirit of God dwells in you? the Spirit of God dwells in you?

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4. 4. One cannot revert to Abraham and Melchizedek because One cannot revert to Abraham and Melchizedek because the law subsequently changed twice--in Exodus and the law subsequently changed twice--in Exodus and Numbers and a third time in Christ! Numbers and a third time in Christ!

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4. 4. One cannot revert to Abraham and Melchizedek because One cannot revert to Abraham and Melchizedek because the law subsequently changed twice--in Exodus and the law subsequently changed twice--in Exodus and Numbers and a third time in Christ! Numbers and a third time in Christ! 5. The tithing law may or may not have been different at the 5. The tithing law may or may not have been different at the time of Genesis. We do not know. But it does time of Genesis. We do not know. But it does notnot matter matter because the law of the priesthood was subsequently because the law of the priesthood was subsequently changed!changed!

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4. 4. One cannot revert to Abraham and Melchizedek because One cannot revert to Abraham and Melchizedek because the law subsequently changed twice--in Exodus and the law subsequently changed twice--in Exodus and Numbers and a third time in Christ! Numbers and a third time in Christ! 5. The tithing law may or may not have been different at the 5. The tithing law may or may not have been different at the time of Genesis. We do not know. But it does time of Genesis. We do not know. But it does notnot matter matter because the law of the priesthood was subsequently because the law of the priesthood was subsequently changed!changed! 6. The “spoils” tithe was only ONE percent (1%) to the 6. The “spoils” tithe was only ONE percent (1%) to the Levites (Num.31:27,28); and only one tenth of one Levites (Num.31:27,28); and only one tenth of one percent (.1%) to the priests (Num. 31:29,30)percent (.1%) to the priests (Num. 31:29,30) – – NOT 10% that Abraham paid.NOT 10% that Abraham paid. 82




7. There is no new theocracy (like ancient Israel) established 7. There is no new theocracy (like ancient Israel) established in the New Testament / Covenant until Yeshua / Jesusin the New Testament / Covenant until Yeshua / Jesus returns.returns.

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7. There is no new theocracy (like ancient Israel) established 7. There is no new theocracy (like ancient Israel) established in the New Testament / Covenant until Yeshua / Jesusin the New Testament / Covenant until Yeshua / Jesus returns.returns.

RECALL The Two WARNINGSRECALL The Two WARNINGS

Deut.4:2 "You Deut.4:2 "You shall shall notnot add add to the word which I command you, to the word which I command you, nor nor take take awayaway from it, that you keep the commandments of the Lord your God from it, that you keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you"which I command you"

Deut 12:32 What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: you Deut 12:32 What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: you shall shall notnot add add thereto, thereto, nornor diminish diminish from it. from it.

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Tithing was Before the Law at Mt Sinai.Tithing was Before the Law at Mt Sinai.

Not only tithing, but all of the 10 commandments, including Not only tithing, but all of the 10 commandments, including the Sabbath Day, the 5 major sacrifices, clean and unclean the Sabbath Day, the 5 major sacrifices, clean and unclean meats, etc were all instituted prior to Mt Sinai.meats, etc were all instituted prior to Mt Sinai.

Does Christianity wish to observe any of them? Does Christianity wish to observe any of them?

If not…why cherry pick and choose which ones to obey?If not…why cherry pick and choose which ones to obey?

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Agricultural Produce was the Currency of the DayAgricultural Produce was the Currency of the DayReview: “of the land” or “of the hand?”Review: “of the land” or “of the hand?”

Ancient Egypt (from the British Museum Web site)Ancient Egypt (from the British Museum Web site)Before coins started to circulate in ancient Egypt around 500 Before coins started to circulate in ancient Egypt around 500 BC, there was a system of values based on weights of gold, BC, there was a system of values based on weights of gold, silver and copper. Metal measured in units of weight known silver and copper. Metal measured in units of weight known as as debendeben (around 90 g) could be used to settle bills and to (around 90 g) could be used to settle bills and to trade. Records from the Eighteenth Dynasty (1550-1295 BC) trade. Records from the Eighteenth Dynasty (1550-1295 BC) show that often the actual metal did not change hands; show that often the actual metal did not change hands; instead it was used to value goods for exchange. Egypt had instead it was used to value goods for exchange. Egypt had no easily accessible source of silver, but the Egyptian word no easily accessible source of silver, but the Egyptian word for silver, for silver, hedjhedj, came to mean something close to 'money'., came to mean something close to 'money'.

These ingots and metal rings date from the fourteenth These ingots and metal rings date from the fourteenth century BC and were found at el-Amarna.century BC and were found at el-Amarna.

https://www.britishmuseum.org/explore/online_tours/africa/https://www.britishmuseum.org/explore/online_tours/africa/the_wealth_of_africa/ancient_egypt.aspxthe_wealth_of_africa/ancient_egypt.aspx 86

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Tithe is Tithe is onlyonly for the Levites. for the Levites. NoNo Temple Today and Temple Today and NoNo Levitical Priesthood. Levitical Priesthood. Tithe was the Levitical Inheritance.Tithe was the Levitical Inheritance. PrinciplePrinciple is is InheritanceInheritance. Ministers cannot receive their tithe . Ministers cannot receive their tithe

inheritance…when believers do not receive their land inheritance…when believers do not receive their land inheritance.inheritance.

33 tithes—not just 1 commanded! (+ offerings). tithes—not just 1 commanded! (+ offerings). Even Levites had to tithe to Jerusalem.Even Levites had to tithe to Jerusalem. The King—i.e. the Government—takes your tithes today.The King—i.e. the Government—takes your tithes today. The The “Seed”“Seed” is the is the Word of God!Word of God! (Luke 8:11). (Luke 8:11). It is It is not not money! “money! “Sow” the Word!Sow” the Word!

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BUT…BUT…But you do not agree with this presentation But you do not agree with this presentation

You still wish to tithe…ok.You still wish to tithe…ok.

Consider this…if you wish to pay tithes…Consider this…if you wish to pay tithes…

1. 1. The responsibilities of the Levitical priesthood included The responsibilities of the Levitical priesthood included teaching, temple services, judging (elders) in a court system.teaching, temple services, judging (elders) in a court system.

(Ex 18:22; Deut 1:16; 16:18, 17:8-9; 25:2) (Ex 18:22; Deut 1:16; 16:18, 17:8-9; 25:2) Where are the Where are the ministers teaching and being our judges today? Why public ministers teaching and being our judges today? Why public schools?schools?

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SO WHAT!!SO WHAT!!So you don’t buy this logical presentation / argumentSo you don’t buy this logical presentation / argument

You still wish to tithe…ok!You still wish to tithe…ok!

Consider this…if you wish to pay tithes…Consider this…if you wish to pay tithes…

1. 1. The responsibilities of the Levitical priesthood included The responsibilities of the Levitical priesthood included teaching, temple services, judging (elders) in a court system.teaching, temple services, judging (elders) in a court system.

(Ex 18:22; Deut 1:16; 16:18, 17:8-9; 25:2) (Ex 18:22; Deut 1:16; 16:18, 17:8-9; 25:2) Where are the Where are the ministers teaching and being our judges today? Why public ministers teaching and being our judges today? Why public schools?schools?

2.2. The responsibilities of the early church in the colonies included The responsibilities of the early church in the colonies included schools—which were paid for by tithes. schools—which were paid for by tithes. Are your children being Are your children being taught and paid by your tithes? When and why did the church taught and paid by your tithes? When and why did the church abdicate their teaching responsibilities.abdicate their teaching responsibilities.

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For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of power, and of agapeagape, and of a sound mind., and of a sound mind.

——2 Tim 1:7 2 Tim 1:7

5.What does God Require of Us5.What does God Require of Us—Today?Today?

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——2 Tim 1:7 2 Tim 1:7 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. ——1 Thess. 1 Thess.

5:21 5:21

What does God Require of UsWhat does God Require of Us—Today?Today?

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——2 Tim 1:7 2 Tim 1:7 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. ——1 Thess. 1 Thess.

5:21 5:21 And herein do I exercise myself,And herein do I exercise myself, to have alwaysto have always a a

conscience void of offence toward God, and toward conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.men. ——Acts 24:16 Acts 24:16


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Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To this, To visit (G1980) visit (G1980) the fatherless and widows in their the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world. affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.

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Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To this, To visit (G1980)visit (G1980) the fatherless and widows in their the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.

— —James 1:27James 1:27

G1980: episkeptomaiG1980: episkeptomai = "to look upon in order to help or = "to look upon in order to help or to benefit" and "to look after, have care for, provide for." to benefit" and "to look after, have care for, provide for."

Common Definition: “Let’s spend an hour with Joe Common Definition: “Let’s spend an hour with Joe because he is sick at home.” because he is sick at home.”

CORRECT Definition: Good Samaritan. —Luke 10:33+CORRECT Definition: Good Samaritan. —Luke 10:33+

"I was sick , and ye "I was sick , and ye visited (G1980) visited (G1980) me.“…. "Inasmuch me.“…. "Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.“ brethren, ye have done it unto me.“

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He has told thee, O man, what is good; and what does He has told thee, O man, what is good; and what does YHVH require of thee, but YHVH require of thee, but to do justlyto do justly, and , and to love mercyto love mercy, , and and to walk humbly with your Godto walk humbly with your God? —Micah 6:8 ? —Micah 6:8


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I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrificea living sacrifice,, holy, holy, acceptable unto God, acceptable unto God, which iswhich is your reasonable serviceyour reasonable service..

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I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrificea living sacrifice,, holy, holy, acceptable unto God, acceptable unto God, which iswhich is your reasonable service. your reasonable service.

——Rom 12:1 Rom 12:1

And be not conformed to this world: but be ye And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind,transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye that ye may prove what may prove what isis that good, and acceptable, and that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. —Rom perfect, will of God. —Rom 12:212:2


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To To overcome. overcome. —Rev. 2 and 3—Rev. 2 and 3

PreparePrepare your work outside; get everything ready for your work outside; get everything ready for yourself in the field, and after that build your house.yourself in the field, and after that build your house.

——Prov 24:27Prov 24:27 I, therefore,…urge you to walk in a manner I, therefore,…urge you to walk in a manner worthy worthy

of the calling of the calling (G2821) to which you have been (G2821) to which you have been calledcalled (G2821) , 2 with all humility and gentleness, (G2821) , 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,with patience, bearing with one another in love, (fruits!) (fruits!) 3 3 eagereager to to maintain the unity maintain the unity of the Spirit of the Spirit in the bond of peace in the bond of peace (fruit!). (fruit!). 4 There is one body 4 There is one body and one Spirit--just as you were called to the one and one Spirit--just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your hope that belongs to your callcall (G2821). (G2821). ——Eph 4:1-4Eph 4:1-4


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But the fruit of the Spirit isBut the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,23 Meekness, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law 24 And they temperance: against such there is no law 24 And they that are Yeshuah’s have crucified the flesh with the that are Yeshuah’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. —Gal 5:22-24 affections and lusts. —Gal 5:22-24

Nor scrip for Nor scrip for your journey, neither two coats, neither your journey, neither two coats, neither shoes, nor yet staves: shoes, nor yet staves: for the workman is worthy of his for the workman is worthy of his meat. (hire) meat. (hire) ——Matt 10:10Matt 10:10

(Reminder: (Reminder: Various ministries serve you at the Feast).Various ministries serve you at the Feast).

I have showed you all things, how that so laboring ye I have showed you all things, how that so laboring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he saidthe Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give , It is more blessed to give than to receive.than to receive. ——Acts 20:35 Acts 20:35


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Have we (the ministry) no right to eat and drink?Have we (the ministry) no right to eat and drink?——I Cor 9:5+I Cor 9:5+

And let him who is instructed in the wordAnd let him who is instructed in the word communicate communicate (i.e. share)(i.e. share) with him with him who is instructing--in all good who is instructing--in all good things.things. ——Gal 6:6 Gal 6:6

Every man according as he purposes in his heart, so let him give; Every man according as he purposes in his heart, so let him give;

not grudgingly, or of necessity:not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loves a cheerful giverfor God loves a cheerful giver. . — —2 Cor 9:72 Cor 9:7

((RememberRemember the kids, widows, and others at the Feast).the kids, widows, and others at the Feast). Therefore to him that knows to do good, and does it not, to him it is Therefore to him that knows to do good, and does it not, to him it is

sin.sin. —James 4:17 —James 4:17

Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve itshall lose his life shall preserve it.-Luke 17:33 .-Luke 17:33

Let your light so shine Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. —Matt 5:16 —Matt 5:16


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When it comes to giving, some people stop at nothing. When it comes to giving, some people stop at nothing. —Anonymous—Anonymous

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““We make a living by what we get; we make a life by We make a living by what we get; we make a life by

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““It’s not how much we give but how much love we put It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” into giving.” —Mother Teresa—Mother Teresa


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““It’s not how much we give but how much love we put It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” into giving.” —Mother Teresa—Mother Teresa

““Earn as much as you can. Save as much as you can. Earn as much as you can. Save as much as you can. Invest as much as you can. Give as much as you can.” Invest as much as you can. Give as much as you can.” —John Wesley, Founder of Methodism—John Wesley, Founder of Methodism


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In this world there are givers and takers, In this world there are givers and takers, the takers sometimes eat better, the takers sometimes eat better, the givers always sleep better.the givers always sleep better.

— —Marlo Thomas, Marlo Thomas, actress.actress.

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Brighten someone’s day.Brighten someone’s day.

You are never so poor that you cannot give a smile You are never so poor that you cannot give a smile anyway to a friend or stranger…anyway to a friend or stranger…

(So what if they think you are crazy (So what if they think you are crazy ) )

Give a compliment in a demanding, competitive world.Give a compliment in a demanding, competitive world.

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Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in you by the putting on of my hands. 7 For of God, which is in you by the putting on of my hands. 7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power (G1410)power (G1410) dunamis=miraculous powerdunamis=miraculous power and of and of agapeagape,, and of a sound and of a sound mind. —Tim 1:6-7 mind. —Tim 1:6-7

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But faith which works by But faith which works by agapeagape ( (notnot phileo). —Gal 4:6 phileo). —Gal 4:6


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By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have agapeagape one to another. —John 13:35 one to another. —John 13:35


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And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: corrupt by flatteries: but the people that but the people that do know their God do know their God shall be strong, shall be strong, and “do”and “do” exploits. exploits. —Dan 11:32 —Dan 11:32


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And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: corrupt by flatteries: but the people that but the people that do know their God do know their God shall be strong, shall be strong, and “do”and “do” exploits. exploits. —Dan 11:32 —Dan 11:32

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than greater works than these shall these shall he “do”;he “do”; because I go unto my Fatherbecause I go unto my Father—John 14:12—John 14:12


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APPENDIX AAPPENDIX AA list of every Bible text on Tithe(s) / A list of every Bible text on Tithe(s) /

TithingTithing

Genesis 14:17-20 Genesis 14:17-20 Amos 4:2-6Amos 4:2-6 Genesis 28: 20-22 Genesis 28: 20-22 Nehemiah 10:37-38Nehemiah 10:37-38 Leviticus 27: 30-34 Leviticus 27: 30-34 Nehemiah 12:44 Nehemiah 12:44 Numbers 18:19-28Numbers 18:19-28 NehemiahNehemiah 13:5,12 13:5,12 Deuteronomy 12:1-19 Deuteronomy 12:1-19 Malachi 3:7-10Malachi 3:7-10 Deuteronomy 14: 22-29 Deuteronomy 14: 22-29 Matthew 23:23 Matthew 23:23 Deuteronomy 26:12-13 Deuteronomy 26:12-13 Luke 11:42Luke 11:42 1 Samuel 8:14-17 1 Samuel 8:14-17 Luke 18:9-14Luke 18:9-14 2 Chronicles 29:352 Chronicles 29:35 Hebrews 7:1-19Hebrews 7:1-19 2 Chronicles 31:1-122 Chronicles 31:1-12

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APPENDIX BAPPENDIX BA list of every Bible text on MelchizedekA list of every Bible text on Melchizedek

Genesis 14:18 Psalm 110:4 Hebrews 5:6, 10 Hebrews 6:20 Hebrews 7:1, 11, 15, 17, 21

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APPENDIX CAPPENDIX C How Do the Jewish People Raise Money How Do the Jewish People Raise Money

since They do Not Tithe?since They do Not Tithe?

Dues are a percentage of income (not 10%). Synagogues’ base dues vary widely:

$1,000 per family per year to $3,000—according to officials within the Reform and Conservative movements. Reform Temples are generally the Highest

Attendance is highest on High Holy Days; therefore, reserved seats cost $

Annual Dues—not reservations—are the primary source of income.

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APPENDIX CAPPENDIX C How Do the Jewish People Raise Money How Do the Jewish People Raise Money

since They do Not Tithe?since They do Not Tithe?

“Historically, American Protestant churches and synagogues shared a fundraising model. Both charged “pew rents,” or fees for seats, with rates often based on the particular seat’s desirability. The practice declined in Protestant churches in the late 19th century and had essentially disappeared by the 1940s.”

Source: http://forward.com/articles/131095/#ixzz1gdMAjU5m

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APPENDIX DAPPENDIX D I Cor. 16:2 and I Cor. 12:14 I Cor. 16:2 and I Cor. 12:14

1 Cor 16:2 Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store (G2343), as God hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come.

This does not call a church a “storehouse”. It just tells the giver how to handle a gift, as below.

2 Cor 12:14 Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I seek not yours, but you: for the children ought not to lay up (G2343) for the parents, but the parents for the children.

G2343 thesaurizo thay-sow-rid'-zo From G2344; to amass or reserve (literally or figuratively): - lay up (treasure), (keep) in store, (heap) treasure (together, up).

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““In the early days of our nation, the tithe supported In the early days of our nation, the tithe supported not only churches, but church schools, and colleges, not only churches, but church schools, and colleges, and provided for a variety of other social needs” and provided for a variety of other social needs” ----Marshal Foster and Mary-Elain Swanson. 1983. --Marshal Foster and Mary-Elain Swanson. 1983. --The The American Covenant the Untold StoryAmerican Covenant the Untold Story inin Mark A. Beliles and Mark A. Beliles and Stephen K. McDowell. 1989 Stephen K. McDowell. 1989 America’s Providential HistoryAmerica’s Providential History. . p253,254.p253,254.

““In the early 1800s the clergy and church began to In the early 1800s the clergy and church began to gradually crease providing leadership in our public gradually crease providing leadership in our public universities and schools…Horace Mann convinced universities and schools…Horace Mann convinced Massachusetts that the answer was to let civil Massachusetts that the answer was to let civil government take charge of it instead of the private government take charge of it instead of the private sector (families and churchessector (families and churches).” --Mark A. Beliles and ).” --Mark A. Beliles and Stephen K. McDowell. 1989 Stephen K. McDowell. 1989 America’s Providential History.America’s Providential History. P253P253

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APPENDIX FAPPENDIX F Selected Resources Selected Resources

1. Collins, Steven. 2012, Feb. Biblical Teachings Regarding Tithing.

2. Kelly, Russell Earl. Ph.D. 2000. Should the Church Teach Tithing?

3. Pifer, Garry D. n.d. Pifer, Garry D. n.d. What Does the Bible Say About What Does the Bible Say About Tithing?Tithing?

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VersionsVersions1.0 Presented at Season of Our Joy Sukkot. 9/24/10 1.0 Presented at Season of Our Joy Sukkot. 9/24/10 1.1 Added Storehouse definition, additional Malachi references.1.1 Added Storehouse definition, additional Malachi references.1.2 Modified introduction, added Malachi subtitles, emendation, Jacob’s vow, 1.2 Modified introduction, added Malachi subtitles, emendation, Jacob’s vow, and contemporary giving slides with color slide changes.and contemporary giving slides with color slide changes.1.21 Added Jehovah’s Witnesses to non-tithe paying churches. 10/31/101.21 Added Jehovah’s Witnesses to non-tithe paying churches. 10/31/101.22 Added Gal 6:6 to giving. 11/23/101.22 Added Gal 6:6 to giving. 11/23/101.23 Added Jewish Encyclopedia reference on King’s use of tithe. 12/14/101.23 Added Jewish Encyclopedia reference on King’s use of tithe. 12/14/101.24 Added additional explanation to Jacob’s Vow. 7/19/111.24 Added additional explanation to Jacob’s Vow. 7/19/111.30 Added So What! p 86, 87, 88 11/12/11 1.30 Added So What! p 86, 87, 88 11/12/11 1.31 Added p30 21.31 Added p30 2ndnd tithe example; p51, 52, & 53 Storehouse info & Temple plan tithe example; p51, 52, & 53 Storehouse info & Temple plan showing storehouses; Appendices C & D 12/16/11.showing storehouses; Appendices C & D 12/16/11.1.32 Modified p61 to read 5 conditions – note 3 – to Jacob’s vow & added Appendix 1.32 Modified p61 to read 5 conditions – note 3 – to Jacob’s vow & added Appendix E. 7/12/12E. 7/12/121.33 Added Hebrews 5:10-14 (p75) & new Appendix E. 8/21/12 and relabeled old 1.33 Added Hebrews 5:10-14 (p75) & new Appendix E. 8/21/12 and relabeled old Appendix E tp F.Appendix E tp F.1.34 Modified So What to But…2/22/13 and deleted p 88 1.34 Modified So What to But…2/22/13 and deleted p 88 1.35 Added Pifer as a Selected Resource 10/7/131.35 Added Pifer as a Selected Resource 10/7/131.36 Added Rationals 6, 7 & 8 for why people tithe today. p10 1.36 Added Rationals 6, 7 & 8 for why people tithe today. p10 Tithing was before the Law at Mt. Sinai. p85 Tithing was before the Law at Mt. Sinai. p85 Agricultural Produce was the Currency of the Day p86 5/18/14Agricultural Produce was the Currency of the Day p86 5/18/14

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