The Biblical Doctrine of Tithing and the Storehouse
A comprehensive study from Genesis to Revelation, incorporating the Bible, the writings of Ellen G. White, and Seventh-day Adventist theology
The doctrine of tithing raises several important theological questions that extend far beyond the simple practice of giving ten percent of one’s income.
The central question is not merely how much God asks His people to return, […]
Tithe, the Storehouse, and Independent Gospel Ministry
Integrating Pr. Vine, Ellen G. White, and official Seventh-day Adventist teaching
Conrad Vine’s perspective is particularly relevant to this discussion because it raises a fundamental question about the relationship between God’s ownership of the tithe, the mission of the church, and the authority of denominational administration.
The issue is not simply […]
Loyalty to Christ’s Church Versus Loyalty to Church Administration
Can a Seventh-day Adventist remain faithful to the church while conscientiously directing tithe to gospel workers outside the conference system?
Yes, there is a serious biblical and Ellen G. White-based argument that a person can remain spiritually faithful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church while disagreeing with its administration and, in exceptional circumstances, supporting legitimate gospel workers […]
Can the Seventh-day Adventist Church Claim Exclusive Authority Over Tithe as a Test of Loyalty?
A biblical, Ellen G. White, and Conrad Vine examination of divine authority, Christian conscience, and denominational governance
An organized church may legitimately establish a common system for receiving and distributing tithe and may expect its members and leaders to respect that system. However, it cannot demonstrate from an explicit biblical command that loyalty to Jesus Christ […]
Avoiding Difficult Biblical Truths May Attract Larger Audiences
Biblical, Theological, and Sociological Analysis Using Barna Research and Church Growth Studies
Central thesis: Churches that minimize or avoid biblical teachings about hell, sin, the exclusivity of Jesus Christ, the authority of Scripture, repentance, biblical marriage, the cost of discipleship, and the Second Coming may find it easier to attract and retain certain audiences. These teachings […]
Revelation 17: The Harlot, the Scarlet Beast, the Seven Heads, and the Ten Kings
A verse-by-verse prophetic study comparing Scripture, Alberto R. Treiyer, and Ellen G. White
Introduction: The final confrontation between Babylon and the Lamb
Revelation 17 is one of the most important and challenging prophetic chapters in Scripture. It describes the final development of apostate religion, its relationship with the political powers of the earth, its apparent worldwide influence, […]