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Ep.81 - Is Tithing Only Old Testament Law?
Published 1 month ago
Description
Is tithing just an outdated command from the Old Testament… or is it still relevant for believers today?
In this episode of Rich, Young & Powerful, Andrew McNair challenges one of the most common misconceptions about giving and gets to the heart of what tithing really represents.
Through both Old and New Testament examples, he unpacks a powerful truth:
Tithing didn’t begin with the law—and it didn’t end with it either.
Instead, it’s part of a much bigger story…One rooted in gratitude, worship, and a transformed heart.
You’ll discover how:
• Tithing existed before the law through Abraham and Jacob
• The early church modeled radical generosity far beyond 10%
• Jesus affirmed tithing—but challenged the heart behind it
• True giving flows from gratitude, not obligation
This conversation isn’t about rules.
It’s about what your giving says about your heart—and your trust in God.
Scripture Referenced
• Genesis 14:20 (Abraham tithes before the law)
• Genesis 28:20–22 (Jacob’s vow)
• Acts 2:45 (The early church’s generosity)
• 2 Corinthians 9:7 (Cheerful giving)
• Luke 11:42 (Jesus on tithing and the heart)
Find more resources at RichYoungPowerful.com/blog.
Check out our YouTube channel at Everyday Philanthropist and grab a copy of Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book.
Please subscribe, rate, and review! Subscribe to the Everyday Philanthropist YouTube channel for more https://www.youtube.com/@RichYoungPowerful/videos
For more resources go to RichYoungPowerful.com/blog
Purchase Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book
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Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!
Find more resources at RichYoungPowerful.com/blog.
Check out our YouTube channel at Everyday Philanthropist and grab a copy of Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book.
Please subscribe, rate, and review! Subscribe to the Everyday Philanthropist YouTube channel for more https://www.youtube.com/@RichYoungPowerful/videos
For more resources go to RichYoungPowerful.com/blog
Purchase Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book
Follow on social media! Follow on TikTo
In this episode of Rich, Young & Powerful, Andrew McNair challenges one of the most common misconceptions about giving and gets to the heart of what tithing really represents.
Through both Old and New Testament examples, he unpacks a powerful truth:
Tithing didn’t begin with the law—and it didn’t end with it either.
Instead, it’s part of a much bigger story…One rooted in gratitude, worship, and a transformed heart.
You’ll discover how:
• Tithing existed before the law through Abraham and Jacob
• The early church modeled radical generosity far beyond 10%
• Jesus affirmed tithing—but challenged the heart behind it
• True giving flows from gratitude, not obligation
This conversation isn’t about rules.
It’s about what your giving says about your heart—and your trust in God.
Scripture Referenced
• Genesis 14:20 (Abraham tithes before the law)
• Genesis 28:20–22 (Jacob’s vow)
• Acts 2:45 (The early church’s generosity)
• 2 Corinthians 9:7 (Cheerful giving)
• Luke 11:42 (Jesus on tithing and the heart)
Find more resources at RichYoungPowerful.com/blog.
Check out our YouTube channel at Everyday Philanthropist and grab a copy of Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book.
Please subscribe, rate, and review! Subscribe to the Everyday Philanthropist YouTube channel for more https://www.youtube.com/@RichYoungPowerful/videos
For more resources go to RichYoungPowerful.com/blog
Purchase Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book
Follow on social media! Follow on TikTok www.tiktok.com/@andrew_mcnair
Follow on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewsmcnair/
Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andrewmcnair/
Follow on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AndrewMcNairRYP
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!
Find more resources at RichYoungPowerful.com/blog.
Check out our YouTube channel at Everyday Philanthropist and grab a copy of Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book.
Please subscribe, rate, and review! Subscribe to the Everyday Philanthropist YouTube channel for more https://www.youtube.com/@RichYoungPowerful/videos
For more resources go to RichYoungPowerful.com/blog
Purchase Andrew’s book, The Giving Crisis at RichYoungPowerful.com/book
Follow on social media! Follow on TikTo