- What provision was made by the Father for the poor among Israel? Deut 14:28-29 and Lev 19:9-10
- What promise is given to those who consider the poor? Psalms 41:1
- What doe the Savior say about giving a cup of water in His name? Matt 25:34-36
- When administering to the poor saints in need, to what does the Savior compare it? Verse 40; Deut 15:11 Note: There is a strong belief among the Jews that giving alms is one of the three most important duties for men to perform. The say fasting,prayers and alms-giving are the three things that make an atonement.
- What kind of fast must it be to secure blessings and favor from the heaven? Isaiah 58:6-8
- How did the Father respond in blessings and guidance to Cornelius through his prayers, his fasting and giving? Acts 10:1 also verse 29.. 35 Note: Fasting and prayers together with sacrifice in alms giving assures both spiritual and physical blessings today.
- When we come before the Father with fasting,prayers and compassion, what is sure to follow? Isaiah 58:8-10
- What did the Savior tell the rich young ruler? Matt 19:21
- Is as much required of us? 1 Tim 6:17-19
- At times of great Extremity,is more required? Luke 12:33 ,36
Note: Where riches are a hindrance to our spiritual welfare , we might have to sell all and give to the poor in order to posses that perfect love for the Father and fellow men needful of eternal life. ''thou shalt love the Lord thy God with All thy heart... and thy soul..and thy might''.