God’s Holy Tenth: The Meaning of Our Name

Our Guiding Scripture

At the TENTH, our guiding Scripture and North Star is:

Leviticus 27:32 (KJV)

“…the tenth shall be holy unto the LORD.”

This verse is very dear to our hearts, because It reminds us that the TENTH belongs to God, and that our leaders and congregation are called to live holy lives that honor His name.

More Than a Tithe: A Symbol of God's Remnant

Many read this passage and immediately think of tithes. However, we chose this verse because we believe it also reveals a deeper spiritual truth of our relationship with God.

In Leviticus, every tenth animal passing under the shepherd's rod was set apart as holy unto God. Interestingly, Scripture also describes God's people as sheep who pass under His rod.

Ezekiel 34:31 (KJV)

“And ye my flock, the flock of my pasture, are men, and I am your God…”

Ezekiel 20:37 (KJV)

“And I will cause you to pass under the rod, and I will bring you into the bond of the covenant:”

We believe this shared imagery of the flock and the rod offers a beautiful picture of God setting apart His faithful remnant.

Set Apart by Grace

Another beautiful detail is that the shepherd was not permitted to select only the best animals.

Leviticus 27:33 (KJV)

“He shall not search whether it be good or bad…”

We believe this reflects God's grace. His people are not chosen because they are better than others, but according to His grace (Romans 11:5).

God's Faithful Remnant

Ultimately, we see the tenth as a symbol of God's faithful remnant. Not a literal percentage of those who will be saved, but a reminder that throughout history, God has preserved a people who belong to Him. And our desire is to be counted among them.

Revelation 14:12 (KJV)

“Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.”

And that is what TENTH represents to us: a people set apart, holy unto the LORD, who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus.