How does this verse connect with Malachi 3:10 on tithing and blessings? The Verse Under Review “Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” (Luke 6:38) Malachi 3:10 at a Glance “Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.” (Malachi 3:10) Parallels Between Luke 6:38 and Malachi 3:10 • Both passages are invitations to act in faith: – Malachi: “Bring the full tithe.” – Luke: “Give.” • Each text attaches a promise of abundant return: – Malachi: “windows of heaven… blessing without measure.” – Luke: “pressed down, shaken together, and running over.” • The principle of proportionality is clear in both: – Malachi implies full obedience releases full blessing. – Luke states, “with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” • God Himself guarantees the outcome: – Malachi: “says the LORD of Hosts.” – Luke: Jesus speaks with divine authority. Why the Connection Matters 1. Consistency of God’s Character • Old and New Testaments present the same generous God who rewards faithful giving (Hebrews 13:8). 2. Faith-Building Continuity • Malachi challenges Israel to “test” God; Luke reassures disciples that giving still triggers divine supply (Philippians 4:19). 3. Holistic Generosity • Malachi focuses on tithes; Luke broadens the principle to all forms of giving—time, resources, compassion (2 Corinthians 9:6-8). 4. Kingdom Economics • Both passages overturn fear-based hoarding by promising supernatural provision (Proverbs 3:9-10). Practical Implications for Believers Today • Return the first tenth of all income to the local church, trusting God’s promise of provision. • Go beyond the tithe with Spirit-led offerings, confident the same “running over” principle applies. • Expect blessings that may be material, spiritual, relational, or circumstantial—God decides the form, but abundance is assured. • Use a “good measure” in generosity; stinginess limits, while liberality enlarges the harvest. Supporting Scriptures • Proverbs 11:24-25—“One gives freely, yet gains even more…” • 2 Corinthians 9:6-8—“Whoever sows generously will also reap generously…” • Matthew 6:33—“Seek first the kingdom of God… and all these things will be added to you.” Summary Luke 6:38 echoes and amplifies Malachi 3:10: when God’s people give obediently and generously, He responds with overflowing blessing. The same divine promise spans both covenants—faithful giving unlocks heaven’s abundant provision. |
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