1) What is a tithe?
A tithe is, simply, (.10 from every dollar) one-tenth of whatever you bring into your home financially that you then bring to God.
2) How much should I give? On the gross? The net? What about my income tax refund?
You should give based on money that passes through your hands, whether it be your paycheck, tax refund or any other form of income. Keep this principle front and center:
“Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6 (NLT)
3) Where do my tithes go?
Your tithes help to support the awesome task of winning souls to Christ; from keeping the lights on to developing youth; to helping in need family with meals or bill payment to maintaining ministry tools.
4) How does the tithe affect my salvation?
No, tithing does not grant you salvation. To be saved, you must confess with your mouth and believe in your heart that Jesus is the Son of God. Tithing is a sign of obedience to God and a test of your individual faith in his word that He will meet your needs
5) What if I don’t give tithes?
Not tithing does not mean you are not saved; however, it does mean you are being disobedient to God. Disobedience always removes God from fully impacting the area in your life that you’re disobedient in. So God is less involved/impactful in your needs. Thus, struggles persist.