Wealth & Poverty

20% of the world’s population use 86% of the world’s resources.

Christians believe that this is not fair – and work to bring justice to the world.

They might support the work of a Christian Organisation that fights poverty such as Christian Aid.

They might campaign in a non-violent way or write to their MPs to ask for policies to change.

They would pray about the issue.

Christians are not against well-paid jobs as long as the money is earned fairly and honestly – and as long as the person is prepared to use the money for the good of others.

The parable of the Sheep and the Goats in Matthew 25 teaches us that we need to care for those in need as if they were Jesus. If we don’t we might go to hell.

The parable of the Rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16 warns the rich that if they treat the poor badly then they will go to hell. It offers hope to the poor that they can go to heaven.

The parable of the Rich Fool in Luke 12 tells us to make sure we pile up our riches in heaven, not on earth – that we should not be concerned by material things.

The Good Samaritan tells us to love our neighbour – whoever they are. True love puts everyone first.