Question 1

What is a tithe?

Accepted Answer

A tithe — meaning "tenth" — is bringing the first 10 percent of your income back to your local church as an act of worship and obedience to God.

Question 2

Do I tithe on the gross or the net?

Accepted Answer

Giving the first of your income to the Lord shows He is first in your heart. Most teachers point to the gross amount, before taxes, as the biblical model of firstfruits.

Question 3

How do I calculate my tithe?

Accepted Answer

Multiply your paycheck amount by 0.10. The Tithe Calculator does this instantly for any pay frequency — weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, monthly, or annually.