EP. 264 — A Command, a Covenant, or a Control Mechanism...Is Tithing Biblical?

2026-01-06

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In this bold, uncompromising, and deeply biblical episode, Ryan Johnson tackles one of the most emotionally charged, misunderstood, and avoided subjects in modern Christianity — tithing. Is tithing biblical today? Is it a command, a covenant, or a control mechanism? Is 10% a rule, a starting point, or something deeper? This episode is not a fundraising appeal, not a manipulation tactic, and not designed to shame believers. Instead, it is a discipleship-focused, Scripture-anchored conversation that addresses money as Jesus did — as a matter of

In this bold, uncompromising, and deeply biblical episode, Ryan Johnson tackles one of the most emotionally charged, misunderstood, and avoided subjects in modern Christianity — tithing. Is tithing biblical today? Is it a command, a covenant, or a control mechanism? Is 10% a rule, a starting point, or something deeper?

This episode is not a fundraising appeal, not a manipulation tactic, and not designed to shame believers. Instead, it is a discipleship-focused, Scripture-anchored conversation that addresses money as Jesus did — as a matter of lordship, trust, stewardship, and heart formation.

Ryan walks through:

The biblical origins of tithing before the Law
What Jesus actually said about money and obedience
Why grace doesn't abolish generosity — it transforms it
The difference between discipline and devotion
Why money exposes fear, trust, identity, and allegiance
How unresolved wounds around finances affect spiritual formation
Why the local church still matters, even when it's imperfect
And the hard but healing truth: giving reveals who truly reigns in your heart

This is an episode for those who are tired of slogans and ready for Scripture, maturity, and honest discipleship.

⚠️ Important: This episode is meant to be listened to in its entirety. Short clips won't capture the full theological framework or the heart behind this conversation.

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