Introduction
Tithing is an important biblical principle that reflects our trust in God and our commitment to His work. It is an act of worship, obedience, and generosity, acknowledging that everything we have comes from Him. The Bible teaches that giving back to God—whether through tithes, offerings, or acts of generosity—brings blessings and furthers His kingdom.
As I reflect on these Scriptures, I see that tithing is not just about money; it is about the heart. God desires cheerful givers who honor Him with their resources, recognizing that He is the ultimate provider. Tithing is an opportunity to invest in His work and demonstrate faith in His provision.
If you want to deepen your understanding of biblical giving, these 20 Bible verses will encourage you. May they inspire you to give with joy, trust in God’s faithfulness, and see the blessings that come from honoring Him with your resources.
20 Bible Verses About Tithing (NKJV)
- Malachi 3:10 – “Bring all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house, and try Me now in this,” says the Lord of hosts, “if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it.”
- Proverbs 3:9-10 – “Honor the Lord with your possessions, and with the firstfruits of all your increase; so your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.”
- 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 – “But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.”
- Genesis 14:19-20 – “And he blessed him and said: ‘Blessed be Abram of God Most High, Possessor of heaven and earth; and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand.’ And he gave him a tithe of all.”
- Leviticus 27:30 – “And all the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land or of the fruit of the tree, is the Lord’s. It is holy to the Lord.”
- Matthew 6:19-21 – “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”
- Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.”
- Deuteronomy 14:22-23 – “You shall truly tithe all the increase of your grain that the field produces year by year. And you shall eat before the Lord your God, in the place where He chooses to make His name abide, the tithe of your grain and your new wine and your oil, of the firstborn of your herds and your flocks, that you may learn to fear the Lord your God always.”
- Matthew 23:23 – “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. These you ought to have done, without leaving the others undone.”
- Nehemiah 10:38 – “And the priest, the descendant of Aaron, shall be with the Levites when the Levites receive tithes; and the Levites shall bring up a tenth of the tithes to the house of our God, to the rooms of the storehouse.”
- Acts 20:35 – “I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
- 1 Corinthians 16:2 – “On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, storing up as he may prosper, that there be no collections when I come.”
- Haggai 1:5-6 – “Now therefore, thus says the Lord of hosts: ‘Consider your ways! You have sown much, and bring in little; you eat, but do not have enough; you drink, but you are not filled with drink; you clothe yourselves, but no one is warm; and he who earns wages, earns wages to put into a bag with holes.’”
- Psalm 24:1 – “The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, the world and those who dwell therein.”
- Mark 12:41-44 – “Now Jesus sat opposite the treasury and saw how the people put money into the treasury. And many who were rich put in much. Then one poor widow came and threw in two mites, which make a quadrans. So He called His disciples to Himself and said to them, ‘Assuredly, I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all those who have given to the treasury; for they all put in out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all that she had, her whole livelihood.’”
- Hebrews 7:8 – “Here mortal men receive tithes, but there he receives them, of whom it is witnessed that he lives.”
- Romans 12:8 – “He who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.”
- Deuteronomy 8:18 – “And you shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day.”
- Proverbs 11:24-25 – “There is one who scatters, yet increases more; and there is one who withholds more than is right, but it leads to poverty. The generous soul will be made rich, and he who waters will also be watered himself.”
- Galatians 6:9-10 – “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.”
5 Ways to Apply These Bible Verses
- Tithe Faithfully as an Act of Worship
– Malachi 3:10 teaches that tithing is a way to honor God and trust in His provision. Give consistently and joyfully. - Give with a Cheerful Heart
– 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 reminds us that giving should be done willingly and joyfully, not out of obligation. - Trust God to Provide for Your Needs
– Proverbs 3:9-10 promises that when we honor God with our resources, He blesses us abundantly. - Be Generous to Those in Need
– Acts 20:35 and Galatians 6:9-10 encourage generosity beyond tithing. Look for ways to bless others. - Store Up Treasures in Heaven
– Matthew 6:19-21 reminds us that giving is an eternal investment. Focus on God’s kingdom, not earthly wealth.
How Does Tithing Relate to Unity in the Bible?
Tithing fosters a sense of shared responsibility and support within a faith community, reinforcing the principle of unity found in scripture. When believers give generously, they help meet the needs of others, strengthening bonds of fellowship. Many bible verses about unity emphasize generosity as a means to cultivate harmony among believers.
Conclusion
Tithing is an opportunity to honor God, support His work, and trust in His provision. It is not just about money but about faith, obedience, and generosity. As I reflect on these Scriptures, I am reminded that God is faithful to provide and bless those who give with a joyful heart.
May we all commit to faithful giving, knowing that our generosity advances God’s kingdom and brings glory to His name!
