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1 Corinthians 9:10-12

If we hire another to paint our houses or to mow our lawns, and we pay him, or we contract out for any other service, are not God's apostles and ministers better than these? They are feeding us spiritual food to ensure our entrance into God's Kingdom.

John O. Reid
Tithing

Related Topics: Tithing | Tithing as Contractual Engagement | Tithing to Ensure Spiritual Food | Tithing, Principles of

1 Corinthians 9:8-14

The principle of supporting the ministers of God's Work is in force in the New Testament church. Paul refers to the Old Testament law as his authority for taking tithes to preach the gospel. This, combined with Jesus' comments, shows a clear, New Testament application of the tithing law.

Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Tithing (1995)

Related Topics: New Testament Application of Tithing Law | Tithe as Financial Support for Ministry | Tithe Intended for God's Representative | Tithe Intended for Levite | Tithing

1 Corinthians 9:9-10

If one muzzles an ox, he cannot eat any food, and his power begins to wane. Very soon, this powerful animal, which God created for man's benefit, is of no use to him. The implication here is that, if we silence the ministry, then who will feed God's church? Who will work to prepare us for God's Kingdom? Through whom will God work to take care of us? This is inspired for our sakes.

John O. Reid
Tithing

Related Topics: Ministry | Ministry, Financing of | Ministry, Function of | Muzzle the Ox, Not | Not Muzzle the Ox | Tithing to Ensure Spiritual Food | Tithing, Principles of

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