It is a reworking of my dissertation. I argue, in essence, what this group has been discussing for a few years - that the tithe has no direct application for Christians. The text of the book is over 270 pages and here are the endorsements:

"David Croteau's study promises to be the definitive work on tithing for years to come. Croteau provides a thorough survey of the history of scholarship on the issue, exegetes all relevant biblical texts, and discusses all the major systematic theological issues at stake. But Croteau does not stop there. He sets tithing within the framework of the larger pattern of New Covenant giving, which renders his study not merely academically significant but also immensely practical. For all those interested in the subject of giving, tithing, and financial Christian stewardship, this is a must-read-highly recommended."

—Andreas J. Köstenberger

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

"Argumentation is extremely thorough and persuasive . . . the amount of material surveyed especially in recent American church history is exemplary. . . . The positions articulated are eminently defensible and indeed superbly defended. An important contribution in the current American and SBC [Southern Baptist Convention] conversation and milieu."

—Craig Blomberg

Denver Seminary

"David Croteau is an engaging young scholar who has done some careful thinking regarding the biblical concept of stewardship. For example, his twenty principles of giving in chapter 5 provide a handy, succinct summary of his research."

—Gary Habermas

Liberty University"

Are Christians obligated to tithe? David Croteau thinks not, and argues that it is only our traditionalism that prevents us from following the biblical instructions about giving. The New Covenant foundation for giving is always relationship-driven, grace-driven, and love-driven. "Radical obedience is required," the author states. But Christians who give less than 10 percent "do not sin." I am impressed with Mr. Croteau's work. It offers valid, profound, and inspiring direction to all and especially evangelical Christians."

—David Alan Black

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary"

Since one's view of giving or tithing often is the consequence and application of their theological system, and since there is no agreement on this issue, this is a discussion that can contribute to the practice of the church. Not only will students of theology and divinity in colleges and seminaries be able to make use of such a volume, but clergy and other practitioners in the church will be able to profit from such a volume as well. This is an issue that is raised by Christians in the church every week when the offering or collection plate is distributed. David Croteau possesses the theological skills necessary to developThe theological guide through the various issues in a manner that is not only informative, but also irenic and impartial."

—Wayne G. Strickland

Multnomah Bible College

Comparing/COMPARING

Should the Church Teach Tithing by Russell E Kelly, PHD.

(Not in capital letters.)

YOU MEAN I DON’T HAVE TO TITHE BY DAVID CROTEAU, PHD.  (CAPITAL LETTERS.)

Length of Book:         274 (279) plus Biblo. & Author

LENGTH OF BOOK:     269 (395) with Major Appends

         Dedication                          v 

         DEDICATION                      xi-x11

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PREFACE                            ix-x 

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Introduction                       1-3

INTRODUCTION                 1-8

         …..   

ABBREVIATIONS                13-15       

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Tithing Texts Section         5-125, 147-169 (longest section)

         TITHE TEXTS                     88-138, 131-138, 219

         ……….      

         New Covenant Giving         181-209, 224-234 major focus

         NEW COVENANT                139-148, 247-251

         ……….

Other Key Chapters           126-132, 170-180, 210-223, 235-245

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Hermeneutics                    133-146

HERMENEUTICS                 151-237, 298-309 major focus  

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History of Tithing               246-262

         HISTORY                            9-82, 271-302 major focus

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Scripture Index                  (At Web Site)

         SCRIPTURE INDEX             347-363

         …..

NAME-SUBJECT INDEX      365-380

1.      Define Tithe                                5-12

                  MONEY                                102

                  FOOD INCREASE                108

GENESIS 4                                      83-87

2.      Genesis 14, Abram             13-29

GENESIS 14                        88-90, 11-113

         Numbers 31               25-26

NUMBERS 31             112

3.      Genesis 28; Jacob               30-31

GENESIS 28                        91-94, 114-115

4.      Numbers 18                        32-38

NUMBERS 18                      103-104

5.      Leviticus 27                        39-45

LEVITICUS 27                    102-102

6.      Land Inheritance                46-48

7.      How Many Tithes                49-55

THREE TITHES                    106-110

8.      Deu 12/14 Odd Texts        56-60

9.      The Poor                             61-66

10.    Taxes                                  67-72

TAXES                                 109

11.    2 Chronicles 31                   73-78

2 CHRONICLES 31              117

12.    Nehemiah                           79-88

NEHEMIAH                         119-120

13.    Malachi                               89-114

MALACHI                            121-127

MATTHEW 22                              138-139

14.    Matthew 23:23                   115-121

MATTHEW 23                     129-130

15.    Luke 18-19                         122-125

LUKE 18                              131

16.    Acts 15, 21                         126-132

         ACTS 15,21                         65, 95, 148, 162, 195, 202, 231

17.    New Covenant                   133-139

18.    Law: Dispensational          140-146

         HERMENEUTICS                          151-237, 298-309 major focus

19.    Hebrews 7                          147-169

HEBREWS 7                        131-138

20.    Ephesians 2; Colossians 2  170-175

         Ordinances Abolished        14 references 360-361

21.    Priesthood-Believers         176-180

         1 Peter 2:9-10; Rev 5:10  

PRIESTHOOD                     157, 159, 218

22.    1 Corinthians 9                   181-198

1 CORINTHIANS 9                      140-145, 149 23 references

23.    1 Corinthians 16                 199-209

1 CORINTHIANS 16                    146; 23 references

Galatians 6:6                              141, 179

GALATIANS 6:6                          148-150

25.    1 Timothy 5                        210-216

1 TIMOTHY 5                     167,170,233,234, 264

25.    Objections                          217-223

26.    Acts 20                               235-245

         ACTS 20                             144, 218, 219, 242, 244

27.    2 Corinthians 8 and 9         227-234

2 CORINTHIANS 8-9          146-149, 241-256

28.    Chafer and Walvoord         224-226

         CHAFER: 17 REFERENCES  367

29.    History of Tithing               246-262

         HISTORY                            9-82, 271-302 major focus

30.    Summary: Tithing               263-271

SUMMARY                          293-297

31.    Gospel Priority                   272-274

About the Author                        279