"You ignore the important aspects of the law, JUSTICE, MERCY, AND FAITH.
You should tithe, yes, but do not neglect the more important things!"
Many churches carry on their traditions at the expense of the more important teachings of the Lord! In our One Truth Today, the Lord used tithing as a way to illustrate how some can focus on the minor aspects of the Law at the expense of the most important things. Even if you tithe down to the last herbs in your garden, you have to remember not to neglect the more important things of God's Law. JUSTICE, MERCY AND FAITH are more important in your Christian life than the legalistic approach to tithing. We have to guard against being a hypocrite by keeping some laws and traditions at the expense of the whole law and some of the most important things. If you ignore the most important aspects of God's law that is not pleasing to the Lord.
That is why it is so important to know and implement all of God's Law and not just to choose the ones we want to obey. Without being just we will not deserve Justice. Without being merciful, we do not deserve Mercy. With out having true and abiding Faith we will not receive the gifts of God. Without Faith we can never achieve Righteousness. All aspects of the Law are there to teach us and protect us from harm. The more we respect and obey the Law's of God the more favorable we will be seen in God's eyes. Do not ignore the important aspects of God's Law, JUSTICE, MERCY, AND FAITH!
How should this apply to us today? Never stop doing the things that are right in God's sight and according to His Word. Do not neglect any of the Law but especially the important aspects! Do not replace the Law with traditions that your church implements. Be merciful to others. Treat others with the same kind of Justice that you want for yourself. You must act justly toward others, if you expect to receive Mercy from the Lord. Keep the first things first and allow your Faith to grow on a daily basis. The best way to worship the Lord is to be sure that you implement JUSTICE, MERCY, AND FAITH! Obey all of God's Laws!
