Q: Would you please explain the concepts of First Tithe, Second Tithe, Excess Second Tithe, Tithe of the Tithe, and Third Tithe?

Published: May 26th, 2006

We will be glad to explain.

First Tithe is the first ten percent of one's "increase," referring to his or her job earnings and/or other income, such as proceeds from rental, interest or gains from stocks or other investment. It is to be sent to God's Church in furtherance of the preaching of the gospel.

Q: Does God require an individual to tithe on the gross or on the net? Also, is an individual required to tithe on the sale of investments, such as real property, including a house or a condominium?

Published: December 14th, 2007

The answer to this question depends on many different circumstances.

As a general statement, God makes it very clear that His tithing laws are still in force and effect today, and that He commands us to tithe to Him. For a full explanation and discussion of this vital question, please read our free booklet, "Tithing-Today?"

In our booklet, we also discuss how to calculate God's tithe. We state the following, which sets forth the teaching of the Church of God for many years: