The plight of those in need calls for compassionate action of which Jesus Christ is the great example and in which the early church was faithful. Such compassion will be rewarded.
The treatment of the poor
See also
They are not to be neglected
They are not to be unjustly treated
Nathan rebukes David in the parable about the rich man and the poor man
favouritism forbidden in Christian meetings
They are to have special rights and privileges
They are to be cared for
They are to be helped generously
They are to be helped without ostentation
Jesus Christ's compassion for the poor
pp Mk 8:1-3
The attitude of the first Christians towards poverty
Compassion for the poor will be rewarded
Examples of the poor who need help
Orphans
Widows
