Ellen Gould White
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Ellen Gould White über: "I am uncertain about the faithful use of the tithe."
Answer
The tithe is a sacred portion that God has reserved for Himself to support the preaching of the gospel and the spiritual workers. It is a matter of simple honesty before God to faithfully bring this share into the storehouse before other expenses are made.
Even if one is dissatisfied with the administration of the funds, one should not withhold the tithe or use it at one's own discretion for other purposes, as this is considered robbery from God. Instead, complaints should be brought openly and in the right spirit to those in charge, while personal faithfulness is maintained.
The Tithe is God's Reserved Property
»The tithe is holy and reserved by God for Himself. It should be brought into His treasury to support the gospel workers in their ministry. For a long time the Lord was robbed because there are people who do not recognize that the tithe is God's reserved share.«
Avoiding Autonomy in the Use of Funds
»Let no one feel free to withhold their tithe in order to use it according to their own judgment. They should not use it for themselves in an emergency, nor apply it as they see fit, even in what they may consider the Lord's work.«
Faithfulness Despite Dissatisfaction with Leadership
»Some were dissatisfied and said, “I will no longer pay my tithe; for I have no confidence in the way things are managed at the center of the work.” But do you want to rob God because you think the leadership of the work is not right? Present your complaint clearly and openly in the right spirit to the responsible parties... but do not withdraw from God’s work and do not prove yourself unfaithful simply because others are not acting correctly.«
Tithe for Service, Not for Other Good Causes
»I was given a very clear, specific message for our people. I am instructed to tell them that they are making a mistake when they use the tithe for various purposes that are good in themselves, but not the purpose for which the Lord has intended the use of the tithe. Whoever uses the tithe in this way deviates from the Lord’s ordinance.«
Honesty and Priority
»“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse,” is God’s command. It does not appeal to gratitude or generosity. This is a matter of simple honesty. The tithe belongs to the Lord; and He calls us to return to Him what is His.«
Give God First
»His requirements come first. We do not do His will when we consecrate to Him what remains after all our needs have been satisfied. Before any part of our income is consumed, we should take that portion and present it to Him, which He claims as His.«
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