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

Cultures throughout history all consist of the haves and the have nots.

The best measures of our humanity and civility are found in how we provide for needs of others who are 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 worn as an excuse for laziness. 

No matter the extent of their lack, the have nots are always able to contribute something in return if not for the common good then for their own sense of belonging to and in a caring community. (Luke 21)

Everyone needs to be remembered and acknowledged whether their contribution is enormous or just a speck in 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, driven to find meaningful ways we can make a difference for them.