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Show 177: Works of Mercy, part 1
THE WORKS OF MERCY
THE VALUE OF EARTHLY GOODS AND THE USE TO BE MADE OF THEM.
Earthly riches do not of themselves make us better in God's sight.
Earthly goods have their value, however, because with them we can earn eternal felicity.
God is the Lord of all earthly riches; we are only His stewards.
THE PRECEPT TO PERFORM WORKS OF MERCY
Christ has strictly enjoined upon us to assist our neighbor who is in need with our earthly goods; for He will only grant everlasting happiness to those who have helped their fellow-men who were in need.
The rich are chiefly bound to assist the needy.
Even the…
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