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Should Christians Still Tithe Today?

A Biblical Look

Many believers wonder: “Since tithing is in the Old Testament, do we really have to do it today?”

Some argue it’s an outdated practice because it’s part of the Mosaic Law.
But if that’s the case, should we also dismiss the Ten Commandments, which are also in the Old Testament, even though we still live by them today?

The truth is, tithing is a timeless biblical principle, not just an Old Testament law. Let’s walk through Scripture to see why.

1. God’s Principles Don’t Expire with the Old Covenant

When Jesus came, He didn’t abolish the law; He fulfilled it (Matthew 5:17–18). While some ceremonial laws ended with His sacrifice, God’s moral and kingdom principles remain.

If a practice was rooted in God’s unchanging nature and kingdom order, it still applies to us. Just as the Ten Commandments reflect God’s eternal moral law, tithing reflects His eternal principle of stewardship and trust.

2. Tithing Began Before the Law

Tithing didn’t start with Moses,  it started long before.

  • Abraham tithed after God gave him victory:
    “Then Abram gave him a tenth of everything.” — Genesis 14:20
  • Jacob vowed to tithe in response to God’s blessing:
    “…of all that You give me I will surely give a tenth to You.” — Genesis 28:22

This shows tithing is not just a “Mosaic regulation.” It’s a faith practice that began centuries before the Law.

3. The Law Codified the Principle

When God gave the Law through Moses, tithing was formalized for Israel’s worship and ministry support:

“A tithe of everything from the land… belongs to the LORD; it is holy to the LORD.” — Leviticus 27:30

The tithe supported the Levites, who served in the temple (Numbers 18:21–24). It was part of keeping God’s work active in the nation.

4. Jesus Endorsed Tithing

Some say tithing ended with Jesus, but He actually affirmed it:

“These are the things you should have done without neglecting the others.” — Matthew 23:23

Jesus corrected the Pharisees for focusing on tithing while ignoring justice, mercy, and faithfulness — but He never told them to stop tithing. Instead, He said to do both.

5. The New Testament Church Practiced Generous, Proportional Giving

The New Testament shifts the focus from legal obligation to willing, generous, Spirit-led giving.

Paul instructed believers:

“On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with your income…” — 1 Corinthians 16:2

He also taught that those who preach the Gospel should be supported financially:

“The Lord has commanded that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel.” — 1 Corinthians 9:14

While the exact percentage isn’t commanded, proportional and consistent giving was the norm.

6. Tithing Is a Test of the Heart

Tithing is less about money and more about trust, honor, and obedience. God even invites us to “test” Him in it:

“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse… and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven…” — Malachi 3:10

The New Testament reinforces this principle:

“Whoever sows generously will also reap generously… God loves a cheerful giver.” — 2 Corinthians 9:6–7

Conclusion

Tithing:

  • Existed before the Law (Abraham, Jacob)
  • Was confirmed during the Law (Moses)
  • Was endorsed by Jesus
  • Was practiced by the early church through proportional giving

It’s not about checking a legalistic box,  it’s about honoring God with the first and best of what He gives us, so His work continues and His name is glorified.