But give from what is within to the poor, and then everything is clean for you.
Luke 11:41
This verse is often missed. Jesus was supplying the Pharisees with a short path to righteousness. They needed only to have a proper understanding of the purpose of the poor.
These Jewish elites believed that being rich was a sign of God’s approval. Thus, in their thinking, the poor were not holy because God had not blessed them with good things.
Heavenly Father, You are the Only One we can turn to! You are my protection. You help me every day, every moment. I will yeild to Your way, and it is perfect. You are holy, holy, holy! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.