There Is Nothing Wrong With Being Poor

Do not rob the poor because he is poor,

Or crush the afflicted at the gate;

For the Lord will plead their case

And take the life of those who rob them.

Proverbs 22:22-23

The Book of Proverbs is not just a how to live well book; it is also a how to make the lives of other people better book.  The purpose of the Book of Proverbs is given in verse 1:3: “To receive instruction in wise behavior, righteousness, justice and equity.” 

When we treat people fairly and speak up against injustice, we are fulfilling the Gospel.  Jesus said, “In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you….”  (Matthew 7:12).

There is nothing wrong with being poor.  What is wrong is the way we treat poor people.  We should extend righteousness, justice and equity to everyone and that includes poor people.