Tithing really isn't about the church. It is about yourself. God doesn't need anyone's money. However, tithing is an act of obedience and faithfulness. In OT times, they sacrificed the best and firstborn animal as act of faith not knowing if they would ever have another animal. Regularly giving a portion of the income you have now is the same thing. People sometimes think they will give "when". When they are Bill Gates style millionaires, etc. But, in reality, givers are givers throughout their lives. And, misers are misers know matter how much they have. Giving a portion on a consistent regular basis is an act which encourages one to give. And, if you can't give happily and cheerfully, then the tithe means nothing and is of no consequence to God.
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