New Commandment Men’s Ministries BlogIt’s Time for America’s Churches to Take Their Financial Responsibilities to Their Widows and Others Seriously
Scripture gives churches substantial responsibility for impoverished widows and others with persistent needs. Against the backdrop of growing financial insecurity among older Americans, this post urges pastors to study and teach the biblical material, develop practical support plans, begin with the oldest and neediest, and expand assistance steadily over time.
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12 thoughts on “It’s Time for America’s Churches to Take Their Financial Responsibilities to Their Widows and Others Seriously”
Never going to happen
I say amen to this, but would add that it is the churchs responsibility to not only provide financial help but physical support as well. I am a widow in my 60s who is blessed by God to have my financial needs met, but have many needs like someone to assist with yard cleanup, house repairs, etc. . I often hear if you need anything, just ask but when I do it seems these words were just used as polite small talk, nobody truly means it. The church is really shirking its responsibilities to widows, orphans, and the elderly as well.
What a novel idea….do what the boble says. Radical Christianity.
That is widows indeed. Meaning they have no family members to help them. No sons or nephews and etc. Not all widows! Check your scriptures.
Many people have families that will not or unable to help or are abusive. Do you think God would not include those who have no safe place? We are to cover, and protect the weak.
Yes, Tammie. I agree. I think 1 Timothy 5 is an example of how we can help all those in our churches with long term, pressing needs. (Titus 3:14)
If only everyone in the church would tithe according to what the bible teaches.
I believe the Bible says that th the responsibility of caring for these goes to the family !then, if no family the church is responsible
That is correct. See 1 Timothy 5.
Right!
and we give non deserving people 20,000?
I’m not sure I understand this comment, Frances.