Preached Word.

Support Sometimes

This sermon explores Paul's instructions in 1 Timothy 5:3-16 regarding the church's responsibility to care for widows and the needy. It emphasizes that while supporting those in genuine need is a core Christian duty reflecting God's love, it requires careful discernment based on family responsibility, godliness, and real necessity. The sermon outlines principles for effective church benevolence, prioritizing ministry, supporting church members, evaluating legitimate needs, preserving dignity, and facilitating care through deacons.