A Word About The Greedy vs The Needy

This has been on my heart and mind for some time, so I turned to the Bible for clarity. In this current climate of the haves vs the have-not’s - where policymakers and legislators continue to tip the scale in favor of the wealthy, this question came to me: "Do the so-called ‘Christians’ among this group know what the Bible says about the oppression/exploitation of the poor?” Do they care? I’ve been wondering if they realize that God abhors intentional, continual, brutal, egregious abuse of the less fortunate by the privileged. It is plain to me that some people who claim to function under the banner of Christ, have views and behaviors that are in direct opposition to the ministry and character of Christ.

As Believers, we have a responsibility to reach out and help others. ALL others; especially the marginalized and disenfranchised (Isaiah 1:17 - this whole chapter is full of meat; Psalm 82:3-4) . The Apostle, John, admonishes us to judge with “righteous judgment” (John 7:24 - Amplified Bible) - which suggests that we should know and align ourselves with what the Lord loves, and form our observations through His lens. So, armed with this , I can judge every piece of legislation that is unbalanced, unjust and oppressive, as ungodly.

These impostors and criminals will not go unpunished. But don’t take my word for it.

Reference Texts: Deut. 24:14; Leviticus 25:17; Prov 6: 16-19; 14:31; 17:5; 19:17; 28:8; Micah 6:8; Matthew 25:40; 1 John 3:17