The Bible tells us that tithing is an essential part of our lives. It is a way of showing that we trust God with our lives and finances. It is a reminder that we do not own anything in this life. God is in control of everything and we are his workers of what he has given us.

A tithe is 10% of our income given specifically to our local church.

An offering is anything extra that we give beyond a tithe.

"Honor the Lord with your possessions,

And with the first fruits of all your increases".

Proverb 3:9