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Should the Church Teach Tithing? A Theologian's Conclusions about a Taboo Doctrine - Softcover

Russell Earl Kelly

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9780595159789: Should the Church Teach Tithing? A Theologian's Conclusions about a Taboo Doctrine
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ISBN 10: 0595159788 ISBN 13: 9780595159789
Publisher: iUniverse, 2000

Synopsis

Following a thorough examination of every biblical text on tithing, Dr. Kelly concludes that the church would be best served spiritually by believing and applying better New Testament principles of giving. After discussing sound biblical reasons for Christians to replace tithing, he presents God's better principles of grace. Doctrines such as the New Testament concept of law and covenant and the priesthood of believers are presented as they affect tithing. Following several chapters which discuss disputed texts relating to pastoral support, this book traces the early development of church support as found in the Church Fathers before Nicea.This book leaves no question or objection about tithing unanswered. It is a "must read" for any serious Bible student. There is a wealth of other doctrinal insights to be gained as one goes through the Bible in search of the truth about tithing.

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About the Author

After receiving a B.A. in Theology, Russell Earl Kelly served churches in Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Dakota before leaving the full-time ministry in the early 1980s. Although legally blind since 1988, he has never stopped a rigid schedule of Bible study and preaching. He has always been a very serious Bible student and thoroughly enjoys discovering and researching the beliefs of those who are of different denominations.In August 2000 Russell fulfilled a life-long desire by receiving a Ph.D. in Religion at Covington Theological Seminary in Rossville, Georgia. This book is the revised product of his dissertation for graduation requirements. He has two children, one stepdaughter, and currently has five grandchildren as of 2006.Russell is a Baptist.

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Publisher
iUniverse
Publication date
2000
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0595159788
ISBN 13 
9780595159789
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
288
Rating
  • 4.12 out of 5 stars
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