[Myrddin]

The correct LDS phrase is "10% of your increase". I always took that as 10% of what has been placed in my hands to spend. What the government steals before I receive it is not "increase". Same policy when I received a cash bonus at work or my tax refunds. One of the questions you answer at your temple recommend interview is, "Do you pay a full and honest tithe?". For all the years I could answer yes, I kept an active temple recommend. Haven't done that for a few years. I'm still supporting all of my kids and living 1000 miles from home to retain employment. Between taxes and the cost of supporting all those people, there isn't much left.

[CitizenUSA]

It sounds to me like Mormons practice legalism. That’s contrary to scripture (one of many ways they fall afoul of the Bible). Also, where does it say giving money to take care of family doesn’t count as using it for God’s purposes?

I keep writing on this thread, because some Christians seem intent to write “Rules and Regulations for Proper Giving.” Paul challenged Peter over this line of thought. We are not subject to circumcision, 10% tithes, food limits, etc.