Playlist: Jacob, Tithing (topic)
Tithing
Sermon by John O. ReidJacob, like Abraham, understood that his substance, success, and defense all came from God. He relied on Him completely, demonstrating this through his tithing. His tithe, as recorded in Genesis 28, was given to support God's house, symbolized by the pillar, which anticipated a major purpose of tithing in later Israel—the …
Tithing: 'Try Me Now!' (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod has provided us with an account of tithing prior to the time of Moses in the story of Jacob. This tithing in patriarchal times was an act of worship, plainly connected with the setting up of an altar or pillar, which was to represent God's house. Jacob must have been taught about tithing by his father Isaac and his …
Why We Tithe (Part 1)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of tithing, the example of Jacob illustrates a profound spiritual principle. At the beginning of God's work with Jacob, shortly after he secured the birthright and blessing from Esau, he fled to Haran to escape his brother's wrath and to find a wife among his kin. During this journey, God offered Jacob a covenant, …