Day 4 – Giving to the Needy

Day 4 – Giving to the Needy –

Jesus explains to his disciples the importance of giving to others.  He explains that although it’s always important to give to others, it’s not necessary to let the world know that you are giving because God sees what you are doing, and God will reward you.   Jesus says, “Give, and it will be given to you. A large quantity, pressed together, shaken down, and running over will be put into your lap, because you’ll be evaluated by the same standard with which you evaluate others.” Luke 6:38 – More Commentary @ http://biblehub.com/luke/6-38.htm

 

The Scriptural Basis for Giving to the Needy –

 ¹“Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. ²“Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. ³But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, ⁴so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.  Matthew 6:1-4 NIV – More Commentary @ http://biblehub.com/esv/matthew/6.htm

 *Special Affirmation – As a Believer, my Father God blesses me for giving to the needy.  My Father God sees what I am doing, and He will reward me for my efforts.

What Does the Bible Say About Giving to the Poor?

“Answer: In both the Old and New testaments, we see God’s desire for His children to show compassion to the poor and needy. Jesus said that the poor would always be with us (Matthew 26:11; Mark 14:7). He also said that those who show mercy to the poor, the sick, and the needy are in effect ministering to Him personally (Matthew 25:35–40) and will be rewarded accordingly. – More Commentary @ http://www.gotquestions.org/giving-to-the-poor.html – More Commentary @ http://www.gotquestions.org/giving-to-the-poor.html

 

How should a Christian Respond to Beggars? –

 “Answer: There are many opinions on the question of how to respond to beggars and panhandlers, which admittedly is a difficult one. Some people feel comfortable handing out money, believing it is then up to the beggar to determine how to use it, whether to buy food or alcohol/drugs. Others give food/water instead of money, understanding that some beggars would not use the money for the uses the giver intended. What is the right thing to do? Biblically speaking, we are to help the poor…” – More Commentary @ http://www.gotquestions.org/Christian-beggars.html

As a Believer, it is very important to understand that Giving to the Needy is not the same thing as being conned and used by others. Obviously, the Bible makes it very clear that we are to give to the poor and needy. There are countless verses to support this. But, it also says in 2 Thessalonians 3:10, “For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either.”

– More Commentary @ http://www.gotquestions.org/Christian-beggars.html  And 2 Thessalonians 3:10 @ http://biblehub.com/2_thessalonians/3-10.htm

100 Bible Verses about Giving To The Needy –

“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” Proverbs 9:17 ESV – More Commentary @ https://www.openbible.info/topics/giving_to_the_needy  And the Pulpit Commentary @ http://biblehub.com/proverbs/19-17.htm

Major Focus and Background for 50 Days of Positive Affirmations

God is Spirit and His worshipers must worship Him in Spirit and in Truth.

(Translated from John 4:24 NIV)

“Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” John 4:24 NIV – Read More Commentary @ http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?

Embrace Your Worth!!! You are A Spiritual and Physical Being Made In God’s Image and You Matter So Live As You Do!!!  Always remember that Jesus Christ and God Love You…You are Created in God’s Wonderful Image and You are Wonderfully Made! “God gave us not a spirit of fearfulness, but of power and love and discipline.” 2 Timothy 1:7 – Read More Commentary @ http://biblehub.com/2_timothy/1-7.htm 

You are a Spiritual Sojourner

Always Remember the Amazing Image Looking Back in Your Mirror Daily IS You, and that Image is Your Gift from An Incredible God: Your Creator and Your Spiritual Father and He Love You!!! Always Remember Jesus Christ and God Loves You… You are a Winner as A Child of God and a Believer so Keep the Faith and Keep Moving as You Embrace Yourself and Others with Love and Forgiveness as We All Coexist in these Physical Bodies… We are All Spiritual Sojourners that Matter!!!  *"Stop living a negative and guilt-ridden life, complaining daily about what you do not have. Instead of complaining, start to live a positive, happy, and fulfilled life praising and thanking GOD for what you have... A Tidbit from My Book: *Embrace Your Spirituality: Remove Negative Habits and Addictions: Live Free...

*Notes –Read More Spiritual Sojourner Informational Tidbits of *Embrace Your Spirituality: Remove Negative Habits and Addictions: Live Free...Book @ https://www.facebook.com/Embrace-Your-Spirituality-Live-Free-127941687362650/timeline/

And More Commentary Also @ http://ibeatmybadhabitandaddiction.blogspot.com/2016/03/you-are-spiritual-sojourner.html