"But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind:
And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just."
And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just."
While on earth Jesus ministered to many divergent groups in the Jewish nation. He broke the boundaries of outreach by not only ministering behind the four walls of the temple but taking the good news of life to those on the streets as well. While he addressed every socioeconomic hierarchy of the time he continually impressed upon the crowds the necessity to help and stand up for those that can not do so themselves. He directed us to help others as He helps us by giving to others what they can not give to themselves.
This time of year especially societies take an inward look at all we have been blessed with and considers those less fortunate than ourselves. We donate to charity and volunteer our time to give back a little of what Christ has given us. While those who we give too have no ability to recompense the gifts we give God promises that He sees this offering and will reward us for our generosity in heaven.
The sacrafices we make on earth may not always be repaid in this life but we look forward to promises that extend beyond this finite life into the infinite life with our saviour.
God Bless,
J.P. Ladd
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