"This is really not an issue of politics, this is an issue of morality" (Bob Geldof)
"This is not Live Aid 2. These concerts are the start point for The Long Walk To Justice, the one way we can all make our voices heard in unison. This is without doubt a moment in history where ordinary people can grasp the chance to achieve something truly monumental and demand from the 8 world leaders at G8 an end to poverty. The G8 leaders have it within their power to alter history. They will only have the will to do so if tens of thousands of people show them that enough is enough. By doubling aid, fully cancelling debt, and delivering trade justice for Africa, the G8 could change the future for millions of men, women and children."
Bob Geldof source
"So no one is talking about aid in the old sense, the money down a rat hole thing. No one wants that. It makes matters worse, not better. This is new targeted aid. Now, there will be some countries where mercy is needed and aid has to go--certain levels of aid have to go. You can't hold people responsible, the populace responsible for their dictators. But in those instances, you just root the aid away from the governments and through the NGOs on the ground. That's the modern way." Bono source
"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?' The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'" Jesus Christ Matthew 25:37-40
Make poverty history! Find out what you can do here and here and read what God will do here!
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"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?' The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'"
Auch!! That hurts..
If you think about the bibletekst above, you can only do one thing: sell your house, fly to Africa and help the people in need.
My questions:
- why don`t we do that?
- is it really a demand from God?
Selling your house and going to Africa will not solve all problems, I am afraid. You are right: Jesus is VERY outspoken and it is not easy to follow the Master. Did you notice that 'the righteous' were not even aware of the fact that they were serving Jesus while helping someone else? Taking care of 'the least of these' is something that has to come natural for followers of Jesus. And there are many needy people in your own city / neighbourhood. Perhaps they don't need bread or water, but maybe they need a little bit of attention and some encouragement or someone who speaks up for them. 'Whatever you did' says Jesus. So for someone this could mean: selling their house and going to Africa (but you better make sure that this is REALLY what God asks of you!). For you and me this could mean: adopting a child in a third world country for a little bit of money. That's not so difficult or expensive for guys like you and me, but it does make a BIG difference in the lives of vulnerable children! Think about it, pray for it and visit these sites if you want to know more: www.compassion.com www.worldvision.org
But you could also visit someone in hospital or prison in your own town (or do something for the family of prisoners!) I don't think Jesus wants to discourage us with these hard sayings - but He is VERY serious about this. We can not neglect the suffering and pain in this world and we all need to do SOMETHING. We are His hands and feet... And yes, I do believe this is not a request, but a demand from our Master. Thanks for your comment!
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