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Providing the Essentials

by Brett Fuller on February 19, 2018

Our benevolence to those who are in need does more than just stop “want” in its tracks; it captures God’s attention. Prov 19:17 says, “He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and He will reward him for what he has done.”

God is not so deprived as to ever become man’s debtor. Yet when it comes to His disposition to the poor, He postures Himself as one who will repay the benefactor for kindness to the destitute. Considering it is our responsibility to be our brother’s keeper (Gen 4:8-10), it is amazing that God would so obligate Himself.

All of the reasons as to why God uses the lender/borrower simile to convey His sentiments, are not known. Nevertheless, what we can ascertain is this: God is so serious about our duty to provide for the poor that He is willing to subject Himself to the subservient role of the borrower in order to incentivize the prosperous to share. God really does want everyone to live right and live well…

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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