All they asked was that we should continue to remember the poor, the very thing I had been eager to do all along.
‭‭Galatians‬ ‭2‬:‭10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

In all cultures throughout history, there are the haves and the have nots.

The best measures of our humanity and civility are found in how we provide for the needs of others truly unable to adequately provide for themselves.

We are indeed our brother’s keepers (Gen 4) and the poor will always be with us (Matt 26.)

But poverty is no badge to be worn or an excuse for laziness. No matter the extent of their lack, they are always able and expected to contribute something in return if not for the common good then for their own sense of belonging in a caring community (Luke 21)

Everyone needs to be remembered and acknowledged whether their contribution is enormous or in comparison just a speck and even then, without such comparison.

Let’s not also forget that as the haves of this world, we should be “eager” in our quest to provide for the have nots, eagerly driven to find meaningful ways we can make a difference for them.