Introduction
Tithes and tithing are scriptural.
We define tithe as “God’s tax on His children to extend His blessings to others.”
To give or not to give is not up for debate — it is an act of obedience and necessity.
Tithe is like the five loaves and two fishes the boy gave to Jesus — a small gift that multiplied to feed many.
Therefore, proper and biblical implementation of tithing can end many of the criticisms and attacks against the Church and its leaders today.
In this third step toward restoring faith and ending the attacks, church leaders must act on:
Proportional and Biblical Sharing of Tithes.
Understanding God’s Design for Tithes
God does not eat; He needs nothing from us to survive.
As a loving Father, He designed tithing as a system to spread blessings to all, just as four rivers watered the Garden of Eden — reaching every part equally.
In Deuteronomy 26:12, God commanded:
“When thou hast made an end of tithing all the tithes of thine increase in the third year, which is the year of tithing, and hast given it unto the Levite, the stranger, the fatherless, and the widow; that they may eat within thy gates, and be filled.”
This shows that tithing was never meant for priests alone, but for social and spiritual welfare.
Similarly, in Nehemiah 13:5, we read:
“And he had prepared for him a chamber, where aforetime they laid the meat offerings, the frankincense, the vessels, and the tithes of the corn, the new wine, and the oil, which was commanded to be given to the Levites, the singers, and the porters; and the offerings of the priests.”
This is God’s direct instruction concerning how tithes should be distributed.
The Missing Part of Modern Tithing
Today, most church leaders only emphasize “Bring your tithes!” — often attaching fear, threats, or curses to the command.
But tithing does not end with bringing; it must continue with sharing and distribution.
God clearly outlined who should benefit from tithes:
- Levites – Those who serve God full-time and make Him their inheritance.
- Fatherless – Children without parents or support.
- Widows – Women who have lost their husbands.
- Strangers – People living among us who are not part of our community but deserve love.
- Porters/Singers – Those who maintain and serve in God’s house.
Yet, in many churches today, the fatherless and widows are forgotten, while leaders keep the tithes for themselves or church projects alone.
This imbalance has contributed to the frustration and criticism against the church.
The Call for Proportional Sharing
It is time for church leaders to share tithes proportionally and biblically among the groups God Himself commanded.
If tithes are properly distributed:
- The widows will find hope,
- The fatherless will be sustained,
- The Levites will be supported, and
- The strangers will see God’s love through His people.
Then, what will the attackers still have to say?
When justice and compassion flow again from the altar, the critics will be silenced.
Conclusion: Restore True Purpose of Tithes
Tithing was designed not as a means of exploitation, but as a channel of God’s blessing to all.
When church leaders return to this divine formula, Christianity will once again become attractive and respected.
Let the Church of Christ lead the way by prioritizing fairness, compassion, and proportional giving.
In doing so, we heal both the Church and the society.
God bless you. Amen.