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  CHRISTIAN LIBERALITY
  by C.H. Spurgeon
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Summary: True Christian liberality involves thoughtful and intentional
giving, and those who consider the poor will receive the Lord's help in
times of trouble.

Topics: "Compassion for the Poor", "Charity"
Scripture References: Psalm 41:1, Proverbs 19:17, Matthew 25:40, Luke 6:38, Galatians 6:2, James 2:15

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C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the Christian duty of considering the poor, as
highlighted in Psalm 41:1, which promises divine deliverance to those
who care for others in need. He critiques the hurried and thoughtless
giving that lacks genuine compassion, urging believers to thoughtfully
engage with the plight of the poor and devise meaningful assistance.
Spurgeon asserts that true charity involves both care and financial
support, and that God rewards those who actively help others during
their times of trouble. He encourages Christians to be generous,
reminding them that their acts of kindness will invoke God's
providential help in their own times of distress. Ultimately, Spurgeon
calls for believers to empty their pockets and hearts in service to the
needy, assuring them of God's faithfulness in return.

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Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the Lord will deliver him in
time of trouble. (Psalm 41:1)

To think about the poor and let them lie on our hearts is a Christian
man's duty; for Jesus put them with us and near us when He said, "The
poor ye have always with you."

Many give their money to the poor in a hurry, without thought; and many
more give nothing at all. This precious promise belongs to those who
"consider" the poor, look into their case, devise plans for their
benefit, and considerately carry them out. We can do more by care than
by cash, and most with two together. To those who consider the poor, the
Lord promises His own consideration in times of distress. He will bring
us out of trouble if we help others when they are in trouble.

We shall receive very singular providential help if the Lord sees that
we try to provide for others. We shall have a time of trouble, however
generous we may be; but if we are charitable, we may put in a claim for
peculiar deliverance, and the Lord will not deny His own word and bond.
Miserly curmudgeons may help themselves, but considerate and generous
believers the Lord will help. As you have done unto others, so will the
Lord do unto you. Empty your pockets.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/ch-spurgeon/christian-liberality/
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