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Malachi and the Lord's List of Charges Against Israel continued Ch. 2:16 God hates divorce, which had become acceptable, even amongst the priests. They murmured against God, accusing Him of not hearing because He didn't come when called. Ch. 3 God outlines His solution to the problem; promising His messenger (John the Baptist), His coming (as Messiah), and the maker and keeper of the covenant (the...

Malachi Chapter 1 1-5 Great ingratitude and arrogance. 6 Insolence, rebellion, contempt, neglect and hypocrisy of the priesthood. 7 Contempt, greed, disobedience to Law, creating law unto themselves; deeds reveal their hearts. 8 Offered unacceptable sacrifices; lowered God's standards; they think it's okay to serve God part-way, and make up other rules as it suits them. 9 Priests are deceptive, to...

Nehemiah and Restoration of the Law (Nehemiah 10:28-39) As Nehemiah and the restored Israelites re-establish their nation, one of the first things they do is re-iterate the tenets of the regulations acknowledging the Lord as their God. This includes the restoration of the tithe (they were not tithing or keeping any of the commandments of the Lord in captivity, previous to entering the land). Again...

There are several references outside of the written Law (Torah: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers & Deuteronomy) which include additions or clarifications to that which was already established. These all do, however, refer back specifically to the written Law. A King Over Israel (1 Samuel 8:6-22) By rejecting God as their sovereign leader, the Israelites would be required to pay additional c...

Summary of the Tithe as Legislated in the Law of Moses   1. One-tenth (a tithe) of the produce of the land, fruit, grain and livestock, belonged to God, and was to be given to and used by His priests, the Levites. This tithe was dedicated to the Lord. 2. The Levites were in turn to give one-tenth (a tithe) of the tithe they received to the High Priest. 3. In what is probably a second yearly tithe,...

THE CODIFIED LAW (The Written Law of Moses) Tithing Instituted as Part of the Covenant The Tithe Goes to the Levites Israel was directed to tithe directly to the Levites, which was set aside as a tithe of the people to be holy unto the Lord. It was to be their payment, since they would be completely devoted to the administration and implementation of the tabernacle of the Lord and its ordinances,...

"Tithe" as a Noun simply means "tenth." In many places in scripture the word is simply a number. It is also used as a verb, or an activity God requires as partial fulfillment of His covenant with Israel. Elements of a Covenant Both parties agree to it, so there is an underlying assumption that each participant gets something out of it. The parties involved are Israel and God; the conditions of com...

One of the most divisive issues in the church continues to be regarding tithing. Many misunderstand the term, its use in the scriptures and its meaning for the church today. We will be looking at the topic from as clear a perspective as possible, based on the scriptures. The act of tithing is clearly delineated in the scriptures, but a misunderstanding of the ways the term is used in scriptures an...

Ways to approach disagreements over spirituality within the church, family and occupations. We all want to think that those we care about or respect are open to hearing new opinions, thoughts and even correction. Unfortunately, that often isn't the case... Do you take the risk of breaking the relationship, possibly being asked to leave a fellowship or relationship, because you start to see things...

What Does Knowing God by Cultivating Quietness Look Like? Confidence The Christian learning to depend on God is confident of His relationship. When you know where to go to get the answers, strength or healing you need, you are willing to take risks and make mistakes. When you know God, you also know the Truth, the Way and the Life. Guidance and Instruction The Christian learning to depend on God i...

Recognition Experience Comrades Fellowship with Him Words cannot express what this is like, though we share our various experiences. He shares His secret plans with those He trusts. We can be confident that our fellowship with Him is worth whatever the cost. Rest Even in the midst of strife, His peace engulfs, protects, preserves and restores us. The assurance of His Personal Pre-sence strengthens...

Recognition There will be occasions when the recognition will be public, and times when it will be private and personal. In many cases the Lord likes to show off through His people; we can consider it an extension and a reflection of His high regard for us when He manifests Himself publicly on our behalf. How do you respond to recognition? Just say, “Thanks!” Experience Our confidence will also gr...

Hindrances to Ministry The World System The most damaging manifestation of the world system in Christianity is in the form of religious organization. In order to expose and deny the world system, which says that if you are in the center of God’s will nothing bad will happen, at some point the Lord brings us through experiences we would not choose for ourselves. The Flesh For many, the temptation o...

The Cost of Ministry School of the Spirit School of the Prophets The King’s College (for the Sons of God) For some who have endured the training of the School of the Prophets, the Lord extends an invitation to enter the King’s College. When the Lord asks, “Who will go for us?” there is a response in this one’s heart, “Here am I, send me.” This is the difference between “going” and “being sent.” Hi...

School of the Spirit (for all Saints, the Children of God) When we become a spirit being, we automatically enter the School of the Spirit. This is not a choice we make or qualify for due to a test we take, but a response to the desire of God Himself. His Spirit indwells us to reveal the Father, bringing us eventually into full stature of a son, spirit, soul and body. Similar to kindergarten, the t...

Preparation for Ministry If the Lord sends you, He is responsible for your training and preparation. Though He may choose to use opportunities presented by organized religions, if you’re not taught by Him, you’re still not taught. * Put Aside Your Own Desires Part of the process of the Lord bringing you into greater dependence on Himself is a greater experience of His giving nature. Admit to and e...

Preparation for Ministry If the Lord sends you, He is responsible for your training and preparation. Though He may choose to use opportunities presented by organized religions, if you’re not taught by Him, you’re still not taught. * Put Aside Your Own Desires Part of the process of the Lord bringing you into greater dependence on Himself is a greater experience of His giving nature. Admit to and e...

Conclusion to Ministry & Money Here are some more common reasons people give for wanting to be involved in ministry: “God healed and set me free. Now I want to heal and free others.” The more the Lord frees us to receive Himself, the more we are likely to want to help others. “I need to help people; I’m happiest ministering to people.” Many people seek to enter ministry because they are a good...

Here are some more common reasons people give for wanting to be involved in ministry: “My parents were ministers; the mantle has fallen on my generation now. Besides, what else would I do?” The Lord’s ministry can’t be passed down from one generation to the next because relationship, His Personal Presence, can’t be passed down. “I want to be able to spend all my energy, efforts and time with God....

Here are some more common reasons people give for wanting to be involved in ministry: “My parents were ministers; the mantle has fallen on my generation now. Besides, what else would I do?” The Lord’s ministry can’t be passed down from one generation to the next because relationship, His Personal Presence, can’t be passed down. “I want to be able to spend all my energy, efforts and time with God....

Here are some more common reasons people give for wanting to be involved in ministry: “My parents were ministers; the mantle has fallen on my generation now. Besides, what else would I do?” The Lord’s ministry can’t be passed down from one generation to the next because relationship, His Personal Presence, can’t be passed down. “I want to be able to spend all my energy, efforts and time with God....

Here are some more common reasons people give for wanting to be involved in ministry: “A true prophet prophesied over me, it was confirmed, and I knew in my heart.” If a particular project (ministry) has been assigned to us by God, He is the only One Who can confirm it. “My parents were ministers; the mantle has fallen on my generation now. Besides, what else would I do?” The Lord’s ministry can’t...

Members of a church or supporters of ministries aren’t doing ministers any favors by supporting them financially if they aren’t ministering the life of God, as evidenced by freedom, healing and rest in their own lives and in the lives of those they minister to. When we fail to seek and hear from God regarding who to support financially, we rob ourselves of the riches that others have already purch...

Members of a church or supporters of ministries aren’t doing ministers any favors by supporting them financially if they aren’t ministering the life of God, as evidenced by freedom, healing and rest in their own lives and in the lives of those they minister to. When we fail to seek and hear from God regarding who to support financially, we rob ourselves of the riches that others have already purch...

Money isn’t important to God, but because it’s important to us, He greatly uses it to accomplish His purposes for us—dependence, healing and exposing our flesh. If cooking was the most important thing to us, cooking would be what the Lord used the most to get our attention. For those on the receiving end of true (Life-giving) ministry, though the Lord will honor and care for His ministers, that do...