Malachi 3 & 4 - Day 987

Malachi 3 & 4 - Day 987 (link to reading)

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-18

Commentary (gotquestions.org): Malachi 3:9-10 is often used to teach the need for Christians to tithe to local churches today...

The principle (of tithing) in the New Testament is to give voluntarily to support the needs of others (Acts 2:45; Romans 15:25-27), support Christian workers (1 Corinthians 9:11-12; 1 Timothy 5:18), and expand Christian outreach (Philippians 4:15-16). No specific amount is ever commanded, and no percentage is suggested. While a tithe or tenth of one’s finances may be a good standard to use for Christian giving, it is clear the early church did not focus on a specific amount but rather on meeting needs. This sometimes included giving much more than a tenth, as some believers sold homes or land to meet the needs that existed in the church (Acts 4:34-37).

Application: God doesn't need our money, but he does want our hearts.  Sadly, our hearts are often connected to our checkbooks.

Prayer: Lord, You alone I long to worship...