DIRECT MISSION SUPPORT
ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS AND APPLICATIONS, TITHES AND OFFERINGS HELP MORE PEOPLE KNOW CHRIST AROUND THE WORLD
TITHING: GIVING BACK TO GOD WHAT BELONGS TO HIM
Biblical guidance regarding tithes and offerings was given before the existence of Jews or Christians. Abraham, the patriarch of the future nation of Israel, is the first person identified in the Bible as returning tithes (Genesis 14:20), which refers to a tenth of his possessions. This was an expression of gratitude and appreciation to God.
Throughout the Bible, the theme of tithes and offerings reinforces this concept and reveals how these resources were used to maintain the temple of Israel and later to expand the work of the disciples to proclaim Christ to the whole world (Mark 16:15, 16).
Likewise, the Adventist Church understands that tithes are holy and should be returned so that they can be used to bring more people to know Jesus (Malachi 3:6-10; Hebrews 7:1-3). And that the offerings, given voluntarily and without a biblically defined percentage, fulfill the same purpose, but are used in other areas. In short, each human being is considered a steward who must manage the resources that God has entrusted to him and return them to him as an act of generosity and gratitude.
TRANSPARENT AND ACCOUNTABLE ADMINISTRATION
The management of resources in the Seventh-day Adventist Church is guided by principles of transparency, responsibility and integrity. Financial resources are carefully managed and directed to various areas of activity, including:
- Ministerial Support: A significant portion of the resources is intended to support pastors and leaders who serve in local and global communities, allowing them to dedicate themselves fully to the ministry.
- Education: We invest in Adventist education, supporting schools and universities that promote comprehensive education and Christian values.
- Global Mission: The resources are used to advance the Adventist mission around the world, whether through missionary initiatives, distribution of religious materials or support for evangelistic projects.
- Social Action: Part of the resources is directed to solidarity and social assistance actions, supporting those most in need and promoting the well-being of the community.
- Maintenance of Temples and Structures: A portion of the resources is intended for the maintenance of churches, temples and facilities that allow the activities to be carried out. congregational.
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