Yesterday, I refused cash to a beggar. As a Christian, I always find this very difficult.
On occasions I have got around the problem by offering food or fruit that I had on me - usually to a snarl of contempt or sometimes total bemusement.
{It also makes me more generous with actual charities shortly after when I have snubbed individuals}
Too many beggars are druggies and I categorically refuse to line the pockets of dealers - hence my reticence.
This article may also give readers pause for thought.
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| "If a man will not work - let him not eat." St Paul. |
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