14 December 2008 – Provide for the Poor

Thus saith the Lord unto my servant, Eben: Hearken unto my voice and give ear to my words, for I have a message of great importance for thee. I call upon thee to open thy heart and to give generously unto the poor and those in need, for there are many in this world who are without, and they cry out for assistance.

Verily, I say unto you, inasmuch as ye have done it unto the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto Me. I have commanded thee to love thy neighbour as thyself, and true love is demonstrated not merely in word, but in action. Behold the suffering of those who lack the necessities of life—those who hunger, those who thirst, those who are clothed in rags and have nowhere to lay their heads. These are my children, and I have placed them in thy path that thou mightest show compassion and mercy.

I know thy heart, and I know the desires of thy soul. I have blessed thee abundantly, that thou mayest be a blessing unto others. Therefore, I charge thee to share from the bounty I have bestowed upon thee, for what is given freely from the heart is of great worth in my sight. Let not thy heart be hardened by the cares of the world, nor let thy mind be clouded by fear of want. For I, the Lord, shall provide for thee as thou extendest thy hand to lift others.

Take heed, for the measure with which ye give shall be the measure with which ye receive. If thou sowest generously, thou shalt also reap generously. The treasures of heaven await those who act in faith and who remember the poor. Seek not only the riches of this world, for they shall fade away, but seek instead to lay up for thyself treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal.

Let thy giving be done with sincerity and joy, for I love a cheerful giver. Do not give out of obligation, but let thy heart be filled with compassion and love for thy fellow man. For in giving, thou shalt find that thy own heart is enlarged, and thou shalt experience the joy that comes from selflessness and service.

Moreover, I admonish thee to seek out those who are in need, to be aware of the cries of the destitute and the vulnerable. Be not blind to their suffering, but open thine eyes to see the opportunities I place before thee to do good. Whether it be through food, clothing, shelter, or kind words, let thy actions reflect the love I have for all my children.

Remember, my servant, that in this earthly life, all that ye have is but a stewardship. I have entrusted thee with resources, talents, and time, and I expect thee to use them wisely and for my glory. Let thy life be a testimony of my love and compassion, that others may see thy good works and glorify thy Father which is in heaven.

Therefore, act upon this charge. Give to the poor and those in need, for in doing so, thou shalt fulfil the law of love and the commandment I have given unto thee. I am with thee in this endeavour, and I shall bless thee abundantly as thou serve Me by serving others. Go forth and let thy kindness be a light unto the world. Amen.