care for the poor

One Final Commandment in the Law (Deuteronomy 26)

The last rule given by Moses is to protect them from dangers associated with prosperity. After they enter Canaan, they are to set aside special offerings from the firstfruits of the land. The Lord knows that material prosperity will tempt His people to forget Him, leading them to become prideful and self-reliant. We then consider

One Final Commandment in the Law (Deuteronomy 26) View Lesson

Tithing and Being Generous (Deuteronomy 14:22-15:18)

The Jews were commanded to give a tithe. Should Christians give 10% of their income to the Church? We look at God's expectations for His people around giving (in both the Old and New Testaments), with insights from early Christians as to the kind of generous heart Jesus wants His followers to have! Teaching Notes

Tithing and Being Generous (Deuteronomy 14:22-15:18) View Lesson