Matthew 19:21
Jesus saith to him: If thou wilt be perfect, go sell what thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come follow me.
2 Corinthians 9:9
As it is written: He hath dispersed abroad, he hath given to the poor: his justice remaineth for ever.
Galatians 2:10
Only that we should be mindful of the poor: which same thing also I was careful to do.
Great ! Good biblical quotes! Changes nothing about my original post as to the main function of Christianity.