Planning for Uncertainties<\/a>” for information about setting priorities with our funds.<\/p>\nIf you are asking about amounts, the New Testament does not set a fixed amount to give. Instead, it is to be an individual’s choice based on the amount he is prospering (I Corinthians 16:1-2). “For if there is first a willing mind, it is accepted according to what one has, and not according to what he does not have<\/em>” (II Corinthians 8:11). I cannot tell you how much to give. Some find that too vague and demand more specific guidelines. To these, I point out that the Israelites were expected to give ten percent of their profits. That should give you rough guidance for your own decision.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Question: Can you clarify to me the first fruit I must give unto God in reference to my income? I get paid monthly. What will be my first fruit offering unto God? Answer: “Firstfruits” is a concept taught in the Old Testament. 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