Dating the Church.. Judges18

Apparently the israelites no longer supported the priests and levites with their tithes because so many of the people no longer worship God. The young Levite probably left his home in Bethlehem because not enough money. But israel's moral decay effected even the priest, this levite accepted money, idols, and position in a way that was inconsistent with God's laws. 

Through this entire incident, no one desired to worship God; instead they wanted to use God for selfish gain. Today some people go to church to feel better, be accepted, relieve guilt, and gain business contacts or friend.