I came across this post regarding objections to giving to the poor.
Giving to the poor always seems to be one of those sticky issues that polarize, but that needn’t be the case.
Giving, especially to the poor, when rightly filtered through the lens of the Gospel, is a great way to glorify God and show others the love of Christ.
Consciously or subconsciously, we each have objections to giving to the poor that we must recognize. When we see exactly what our issues are with giving, we can rightly correct our view.
Below is B. B. Warfield‘s response to three common objections to giving to the poor as quoted in the great book by Tim Keller, Ministries of Mercy:
Objection 1. “My money is my own.”
Answer: Christ might have said, “my blood is my own, my life is my own.” Then where should we have been?
Objection 2. “The poor are undeserving.”
Answer: Christ might have said, “They are wicked rebels . . . shall I lay down my life for these? I will give to the good angels.” But no, he left the ninety-nine, and came after the lost. He gave his blood for the undeserving.
Objection 3. “The poor may abuse it.”
Answer: Christ might have said the same; yea, with far greater truth. Christ knew that thousands would trample his blood under their feet; that most would despise it; that many would make it an excuse for sinning more; yet he gave his own blood.
Oh, my dear Christians! If you would be like Christ, give much, give often, give freely, to the vile and poor, the thankless and the undeserving. Christ is glorious and happy and so will you be. It is not your money I want, but your happiness. Remember his own word, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
Other Posts About Giving and Generosity
- What Jonathan Edwards Teaches Us About Giving to the Poor – Part 1
- What Jonathan Edwards Teaches Us About Giving to the Poor – Part 2
- How Should We Help the Poor?
- 3 Powerful Things John Wesley Teaches Us About Money
- 5 Reasons You’re (Probably) Not as Generous as You Should Be
- Should You Give Money to a Homeless Person?
- Should You Wait to Give Until You Have Enough Money?
- What Does It Mean to Store Up Treasure in Heaven?
- 10 Things Christians Must Do With Their Money
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