In the Old Testament, people were to give a tithe to the Levites, another tithe for celebrations and a tithe every 3 years for those in need. Some church groups then falsely expect ten percent of the earnings of their congregation. But in the New Testament it is clear that everything we have is God's. Our giving is between us and Him and is a symbol of our gratitude to and trust in Him. We give where we are fed, that the work may continue to abound.