Section 7—The Poor
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Gem Thought
A true Christian is the poor man’s friend. He deals with his per-
plexed and unfortunate brother as one would deal with a delicate,
tender, sensitive plant. God wants His workers to move among the sick
and suffering as messengers of His love and mercy. He is looking upon
us, to see how we are treating one another, whether we are Christlike
in our dealing with all, high or low, rich or poor, free or bond....
When you meet those who are careworn and oppressed, who know
not which way to turn to find relief, put your hearts into the work
of helping them. It is not God’s purpose that His children shall shut
themselves up to themselves, taking no interest in the welfare of those
less fortunate than themselves. Remember that for them as well as for
you Christ has died. Conciliation and kindness will open the way for
you to help them, to win their confidence, to inspire them with hope
and courage.—
Letter 30, 1887
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If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, and one of
you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled;
notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the
body; what doth it profit? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead,
being alone.
James 2, 15-17
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