Author created debates between fabricated characters and real figureheads of Christendom throughout six church eras
AURORA, Colo., March 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Author Dr. Eric V. Cline has written a developing discussion on tithing between two fabricated characters, Tithing Tim and Grace Giving Gary, in his new book, "To Tithe or Not: A New Look at the Old Covenant." As the book progresses, so does the timeline. Tim and Gary are joined by non-fictitious counsel from throughout biblical history, including John Calvin, Augustine, Abraham and other figureheads of Christendom.
Discussing finances is difficult and only made more difficult when giving money away, either by requirement or choice. While some personalities in the book you will meet are reluctant to proclaim a pro or con tithing status, seemingly taking ambiguity as the safe position, others take a hard stance one way or the other. Cline hopes to provide the reader with both arguments and allow then to decide whether tithing is for them.
"I thought it would be a welcomed relief to stand back from the real or observed beliefs of how the church and we are to utilize our God-given gifts," said Cline. "Discussing finances is difficult and only made more difficult when giving money away either by requirement or choice."
Tithing Tim is an advocate of tithing, and Grace-Giving Gary is opposed to tithing and believes that giving our time, money, and other resources should be by grace and be love-driven. Their discussion will eventually move from the Ante-Nicene era to the Post-Nicene era, and then on to the Middle Ages where Thomas Aquinas will have something to say about the oblations and first fruits of the old law. They take us through the Reformation era, Post-Reformation, and finally the Tithing Renewal Era. Cline shares that the division of church history into these periods or eras seems to be generally accepted.
"Why are there so many variations in thinking on this subject matter," asks Cline "Is the biblical teaching on this concept not clear enough for a single perspective in interpretation? Giving as led by the Spirit, whether of money, time, talent, or a combination thereof, certainly trumps giving by earthly mandate."
"To Tither or Not: A New Look at the Old Covenant""
By Dr. Eric V. Cline
ISBN: 9781664275515 (softcover); 9781664275539 (hardcover); 9781664275522 (electronic)
Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the author
Dr. Eric V. Cline teaches adult Bible studies and is a speaker at Men's Ministries. He completed his doctorate in ministry after serving more than twenty years in the U.S. Air Force and continues post-doctorate studies. He is also the author of "Armored with Readiness – God Talk for The Everyday Christian" and "Revelation Realist-Revelation About Jesus Christ from Jesus Christ." He is a Colorado native, married, and has seven children. To learn more, please visit http://www.westbowpress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/842246-to-tithe-or-not.
Media Contact
Ziggy Goldfarb, LAVIDGE, 4803067065, [email protected]
SOURCE LAVIDGE
Share this article