We do not teach tithing because we understand that it was part of the Old Covenant for the Jewish Age and for the priest nation of Israel (Lev.27:30-34).
We teach grace giving because we understand that it is part of the New Covenant for the Church Age and for the local church of Jesus Christ (2 Cor. 8-9).
In Paul’s farewell address at the pastor’s conference of Ephesus, he gave a grace principle that encompasses both covenants – “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35).
Let each one do as he has purposed in his heart; not grudgingly or under compulsion; for God loves acheerful giver” (2 Cor. 9:7).
Ron Adema
Ron Adema, Pastor of Doctrinal Studies Bible Church