Helping those who are in true need is an integral part of Christianity; to feed, clothe, and protect such ones. We are blessed with gifts and possessions so that we can give to others and help them. God says, “Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; maintain the right of the afflicted and the destitute.” (Psalm 82:3-4).
But we must exercise wisdom as well. It is not loving to “help” in a way that merely enables and encourages those who chose to live off of the charity of others, “if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. (2Thessalonians 3:10)
Giving to organizations that are equipped to both evaluate and give appropriate help is one way to do this, but we must also be ready to do so personally when the opportunity is presented.
In addition, we are to hold out the word of life to all.
But we must exercise wisdom as well. It is not loving to “help” in a way that merely enables and encourages those who chose to live off of the charity of others, “if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. (2Thessalonians 3:10)
Giving to organizations that are equipped to both evaluate and give appropriate help is one way to do this, but we must also be ready to do so personally when the opportunity is presented.
In addition, we are to hold out the word of life to all.
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