Scripture readings: Numbers 18 and 2 Corinthians 9
1. Giving.
2. Tithes.
i. Obligatory tithing and ceremonial priesthood belonged together in Israel. ii. Pre-Sinai examples of tithing were voluntary and "one-off". iii. Later OT references remain in a ceremonial context. iv. The NT is silent on the tithe as a continuing standard for Christian giving.
3. Offerings.
How shall we give? 2 Corinthians 9:6-7. i. Bountifully. ii. Purposefully. iii. Willingly. iv. Cheerfully. v. Responsively.
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Neil van der Wel studied at the Reformed Theological College in Geelong, Victoria, from 1997 to 2001. He was ordained into gospel ministry in 2012 and has been serving the Lord in Reformation Presbyterian Church, Rockhampton since September 2015. He is married and has eight...