Help Others In Need

Help Others In Need

"If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?"
1st john 3:17

We live in a day when much of the world goes to bed hungry. The United States has been blessed since it was founded, however many of the third world countries have a tremendous need and deal with hunger each day. This problem becomes greater as it appears that many of the earthquakes, floods, and other natural disasters seem to further complicate an already prevalent problem. We see the results almost daily on our televisions, which show hungry children, and see starving people by the hundreds waiting for just enough food to keep them alive. The point I want to make is that when we see need around us, and yes there is need in our country, just not as prevalent as in other countries, what do we do about it? We can't sit still and say "Be fed, be clothed, and pray for these people" yet claim no responsibility. The scripture above tells us that if we ignore it and wait for it to go away, that the love of God is not in us. We need to have compassion on the people in need, both spiritually and physically, but we need to do something more than that. We need to find ways to help, either through your church, your community center, special programs or whatever means your area has to provide help for these people. If there isn't a program already started in your area, you could start one. You can't just continue to sit around and do nothing, get involved, volunteer your time, your talents and give your money to help others. God commands you to do this, and will bless you more than you give.