Tithing - Sermon Outlines

Title: "The Grace of Giving: Understanding Tithing as a Spiritual Discipline"

Introduction:

I. The Biblical Basis of Tithing

A. Leviticus 27:30 - "A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or fruit from the trees, belongs to the Lord; it is holy to the Lord."

B. Malachi 3:10 - "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this," says the Lord Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it."

C. Introduce the concept of tithing as a biblical principle of giving back to God.

II. Understanding the Purpose of Tithing

A. Acknowledge God's Ownership

1. Psalm 24:1 - "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it."

2. Tithing helps us recognize that everything we have belongs to God, and we are stewards of His blessings.

B. Supporting God's Work

1. Malachi 3:10 - "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house."

2. Tithing enables the church to carry out its mission of spreading the Gospel and meeting the needs of others.

III. The Heart of Tithing: Cheerful Giving

A. 2 Corinthians 9:7 - "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."

B. Tithing is not merely an obligation but an opportunity to express our love and gratitude to God.

C. Encourage the congregation to cultivate a joyful and willing heart in their giving.

IV. The Blessings of Tithing

A. Malachi 3:10 - "Test me in this," says the Lord Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it."

B. Proverbs 3:9-10 - "Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine."

C. Share testimonies of how God blesses those who faithfully tithe.

V. Tithing and Generosity

A. Luke 6:38 - "Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you."

B. Emphasize the connection between tithing and experiencing the joy of giving.

C. Encourage the congregation to embrace a lifestyle of generosity beyond tithing.

VI. Tithing with Faith and Trust

A. Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

B. Trusting God with our finances demonstrates faith in His provision and faithfulness.

Conclusion:

Recap the biblical foundation and purpose of tithing as an act of worship and stewardship.

Encourage the congregation to approach tithing with joy, gratitude, and faith in God's promises.

Remind them of the blessings that come from faithful tithing and the joy of giving

Ref Bible Verses - Malachi 3:8-10, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Proverbs 3:9, Luke 6:38, Mark 12:41-44, Leviticus 27:30, Genesis 14:17-20, Deuteronomy 14:22-29, Matthew 23:23