Why We Give
It seems so few people these days give tithes and offerings. But, it is not only by our actions but our giving as well, which denotes whether we accept God and His word holistically.
Being a Cheerful Giver
Tithing is, first and foremost, an act of worshipful recognition of God as the source of your existence and all blessings. Jacob, in following the example of his grandfather Abraham, recognized this. When God reconfirmed to him the promises He had made to Abraham, Jacob promised God that "of all that You give me I will surely give a tenth to You" (Genesis 28:20-22).
When you tithe you are aligning your attitude and actions with universal principles originating with God, the great Giver
(Matthew 10:8; 19:21; 20:28; Luke 6:38; 12:32; Acts 20:35). Tithing reflects the unselfish, giving nature of our Creator and Provider. Through
willing and cheerful giving (2 Corinthians 9:6-8), we honor God while supporting the physical means of preaching the gospel. Jesus Christ
said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive" (Acts 20:35). So it should be noted that anyone who gives a tithe should do so willingly.
Although God equates withholding tithes with robbing Him (Malachi 3:8-10), He does not force anyone to tithe. Tithing is giving.
Making a decision to tithe is a matter of faith. For most of us just the necessities of life consume almost all of our income. Stepping out in faith to tithe and in this way supporting the work of God of preaching the gospel and nourishing the Church - is a scriptural obligation none of those called by God can afford to neglect. But God will surely bless those whose faith is actively backed up by good works. And they will be active participants in the most important enterprise on earth, that of proclaiming the wonderful news of the Kingdom of God to this chaotic and war-weary world.