In “Blessing the Blesser,” Pastor Ryan Skolrud continues our Hebrews series, “The Supremacy of Christ,” by unpacking Hebrews 7:4–10 and Abraham’s tithe to Melchizedek. This message shows how Melchizedek points us to Jesus, our eternal High Priest, and how God’s superior blessing over our lives should move us to joyful gratitude rather than reluctant obligation.
Instead of prosperity promises or guilt-driven pressure, this sermon explores the heart behind giving: a thankful response to God’s provision in salvation, daily needs, and every good gift. You’ll learn how Old Testament tithes supported God’s work, how Christ fulfills and surpasses that system, and how believers today can bless God by giving financially, serving with their time and gifts, and sharing their resources to bless others.
If you wrestle with tithing, generosity, or trusting God with your resources, this message will help you see giving as an act of worship flowing from the aseity and sufficiency of God—who needs nothing, yet graciously chooses to bless his people. You’ll be encouraged to respond to Christ’s superior priesthood by offering not just a tenth, but your whole life to him in faith, obedience, and repentance.
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Scripture passages used
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Hebrews 7:4–10
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Genesis 4
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Numbers 18:21–24
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Leviticus 27:30–33
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Philippians 2:9–11
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Colossians 1:16
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Psalm 24:1–2
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Romans 5:12
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