If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need
but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?
- 1 John 3:17
The only wealth which you will keep forever
is the wealth you have given away.
- Marcus Aurelius
Man should not consider his material possession his own,
but as common to all, so as to share them without hesitation when others are in need.
- Saint Thomas Aquinas
Acting selfishly is human nature, and therefore forgivable.
Publicly advocating selfishness as a virtue in the name of Jesus is far worse.
Further reading: We Belong to Each Other
The Power of Generosity
Practicing Compassion
Giving Love and Comfort
Giving of Yourself
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