Do you not know that God entrusted you with that money…
“Do you not know that God entrusted you with that money (all above what buys necessities for your families) to feed the hungry, to clothe the naked, to help the stranger, the widow, the fatherless; and, indeed, as far as it will go, to relieve the wants of all mankind? How can you, how dare you, defraud the Lord, by applying it to any other purpose?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
We are responsible for using excess resources to aid those in need, not for personal gain.
In simple terms: Use wealth to help others.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize charity over self‑interest.
Themes
charity
responsibility
social justice
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
moral
spiritual
When to use this quote
- feeding the hungry
- clothing the poor
- helping strangers
- supporting widows and orphans
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
stewardship
altruism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide what is “excess” to share?
- What barriers stop you from helping others?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal needs or cause dependence.