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1 | Unemployment cheques for the saints. | 2 Thess 3:8 | humility | 217765 | ||
Would it be lawful on behalf of a Church to provide a weekly cheque for members that are unemployed? Just until they find another job? A part of me is saying yes because the Bible says we should help each other, another part of me is saying "It would only open the door to laziness and covetousness." What should a Church do? | ||||||
2 | Unemployment cheques for the saints. | 2 Thess 3:8 | savedsince1980 | 217766 | ||
It isn't unlawful because there's no law against it. There is however the apostle Paul's advice in 2 Thessalonians 3:8-10. In my opinion, the church should offer temporary assistance. The unemployed should seek and obtain employment. | ||||||
3 | Unemployment cheques for the saints. | 2 Thess 3:8 | justme | 217835 | ||
savedsince1980: Welcome to the Study Bible Forum. There are many places in our country that jobs are just not there to find. My question to you is what about those in the church that can not find work of any kind. Even with those who work at looking for work in every way possible and can not even get work at a fast food place, what should the church do then. I personally have taken jobs that were considered the bottom of the barrel jobs and know what it is to support a family of six. This was some years ago but I was willing to take anything. That being said there are places today jobs just are not there no matter how lowley they are. I have found that the disabled have it very hard in finding work. Often these people look healthy and in good shape, but some are suffering very serious health problems. That's where the disabled are often judged very wrong as being able to take just any job. Even while pastoring a small church I have worked at several jobs that kept me humble and in touch with the low paid hard working people in the church. So I fully understand the issues on how much we help those in financial need. My opinion is we should help those in need and let the Lord be praised in our love showed to those in need. By our love to one another the world sees how Christ loves us. What are your thoughts? justme |
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4 | Unemployment cheques for the saints. | 2 Thess 3:8 | lionheart | 217836 | ||
justme, Allot of folks get this twisted and I agree with what your saying. So often people will lump will not and can't work together. No can do. When we do we do God and His church a grave injustice. Acts chapter two (vs 42-47) gives us a great example of what the church should be doing and who this applies to. James also gives a prime example when he states what true religion is. I've been telling folks for years that I belong to an Acts two fellowship. I've been living it for a number of years and the all I can say is thank God. It't not only saved my life but also my walk with. With all this said lets stay tight people thats why God has made us family. He knew wouldnt make it on our own. In Him, lionheart |
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5 | Unemployment cheques for the saints. | 2 Thess 3:8 | justme | 217838 | ||
You do in deed have the heart of a lion, and the tenderness of a lamb. I am sure the Master is pleased. justme |
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6 | Unemployment cheques for the saints. | 2 Thess 3:8 | lionheart | 217842 | ||
justme, Brother it's always a joy to hear from you. Thank you for your encouragement. Take a look at my user profile you can find my contact info. Drop me a line and lets hook up. In Him, lionheart |
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