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  GOD REPAYS
  by C.H. Spurgeon
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Summary: Giving to the poor out of pity and compassion is a loan to the
Lord, and He promises to repay us better than gold and silver.

Topics: "Christian Conduct", "Humility"
Scripture References: Luke 1:6, Romans 16:19, 1 Corinthians 1:8, Ephesians 5:27, Philippians 2:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, 1 Timothy 3:2, 1 Timothy 5:7, Titus 1:6, Hebrews 7:26

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The preacher discusses the concept of disputing, emphasizing the
negative impact of complaining and arguing within the body of Christ,
which can lead to disruption and arrogance. By focusing on humility and
avoiding disputes, believers can demonstrate blameless conduct and
innocent character, shining as lights in a dark and perverse world. The
sermon highlights the importance of maintaining a positive testimony
through joyful living and refraining from murmuring and contentious
behavior.

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He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he
hath given will he pay him again. (Proverbs 19:17)

We are to give to the poor out of pity. Not to be seen and applauded,
much less to get influence over them; but out of pure sympathy and
compassion we must give them help.

We must not expect to get anything back from the poor, not even
gratitude; but we should regard what we have done as a loan to the Lord.
He undertakes the obligation, and, if we look to Him in the matter, we
must not look to the second party. What an honor the Lord bestows upon
us when He condescends to borrow of us! That merchant is greatly favored
who has the Lord on his books. It would seem a pity to have such a name
down for a paltry pittance; let us make it a heavy amount. The next
needy man that comes this way, let us help him.

As for repayment, we can hardly think of it, and yet here is the Lord's
note of hand. Blessed be His name, His promise to pay is better than
gold and silver. Are we running a little short through the depression of
the times? We may venture humbly to present this bill at the bank of
faith, Has any one of our readers [oppressed] the poor? Poor soul. May
the Lord forgive him.

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