Christian giving 9

“Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.” Mathew 5:17

The Old Testament revealed three types of giving: firstfruits, tithes and offerings. The Old Testament introduced a religion driven by commandments but the New Testament introduced a relationship with God based on the Grace and the Truth. Jesus came not to abolish the law or the prophets but to fulfill them. Today, the indwelling spirit and the engrafted word of God in our hearts empower us to fulfill the law or the prophet. Firstfruit, tithes and offerings became the least we could do because the disciples in Jerusalem gave all (Acts 2:42:47). Paul later speaking to the gentile believers encouraged them to give generously as they have purposed in their hearts. The Old Testament is an adequate reference to help us determine our giving.

“But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:” 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

“Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.” Proverbs 3:9-10

When the people asked Jesus whether they should give tax or not. Jesus said they should render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's (Mark 12:17). This means a part of our income belong to God and it is our responsibility to give it to God.

May you have revelation on giving that will grant you access into all that God has for your life and destiny in Jesus name.

Prayer for today: Oh God help me to walk in obedience to you in all things by your Spirit in Jesus name.