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Ask the Pastors S5 E14: "Why don't we give like the Early Church?"

The pastors discussed the topic of giving and caring for one another in the church, particularly in comparison to the early church described in the Book of Acts and writings of Justin Martyr. [01:09] They explored how the context and needs of the modern church differ from the early church, and how West Hills Church currently seeks to provide for the physical needs of its members through ministries like the Mercy Ministry. [17:39] The pastors also discussed the challenges of balancing compassion with discernment, and the importance of maintaining a distinction between members and non-members when providing assistance. [29:52]

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