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Charity is not optional, it is Biblically mandated. I feel this very strongly, for several reasons. First: it is there in The Book, over and over again. There is no denying it. God said it. I believe it. That settles it. Secondly, I came to recognize that God’s gift of salvation bestowed upon me, through election, and the profound realization that His gift was unmerited. I didn’t deserve salvation any more than some of my neighbors deserve my charity WTSHTF. But God freely gave that gift to me, so I’m going to do my utmost to freely bestow charity on everyone that I can. Lastly, everything that I’ve earned and saved, I consider providential gifts from God. I intend to share it with those that are less fortunate and those that currently lack the foresight to stock up for potential bad times.
Charity with no strings attached is a powerful witness for God’s love and for the gospel of Christ. You don’t need to be an eloquent speaker. Just tell them: “Its the Christian thing to do.” That speaks volumes. BTW, it won’t hurt to hand out a few gospel tracts and Bibles along with the grub.
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If the situation warrants it, give at arm’s length. I describe one way to do this in my novel . It may sound almost absurd, but you500彩票幸运快三怎么看走势 may need to dispense charity by passing it over concertina wire or even while holding the beneficiaries at gunpoint at a safe distance. If times are bad enough, they’ll understand you500彩票幸运快三怎么看走势r caution.
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Do you500彩票幸运快三怎么看走势r best to provide for those that are less fortunate and those that currently lack the foresight to stock up for potential bad times. I’m sure that there will be a lot of such people wandering about when the balloon goes up. Consider you500彩票幸运快三怎么看走势rself an ambassador for Christ, and act accordingly. Do it for God’s glory rather than you500彩票幸运快三怎么看走势r own. BTW, it won’t hurt to hand out a few gospel tracts along with the grub. Do so with the accompanying words: “Its the Christian thing to do.” That might sink in with a few of those folks. ‘Nuff said.
And what about charity for here and now? I highly recommend these worthy charities:
Set up in honor of my late wife (“The Memsahib”), this charity benefits The Anchor Institute Orphanage and School, in rural Zambia
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Compassion is a Christian Charity dedicated in providing education, food, medical care, and Christian training to children in poverty worldwide.
Children sponsored through Compassion International receive
- Educational Opportunities: such as tuition, school books and supplies, tutoring
- Health care and supplemental nutrition: check-ups, hygiene instruction, and medical treatment as needed
- Christian discipleship. They will hear about Jesus Christ, have regular Bible training, and be encouraged to develop a life long relationship with God
Smart Money Magazine, Money Magazine, and The American Institute of Philanthropy give Compassion International the very highest ratings for their financial management and trustworthiness.