[Westbrook]

> The fact that he calls for nations to “do something” for the very poor,

Jesus did not call on nations or governments to “do something” for the poor.

He called on you and me.

In order for the government to “do something” for the poor, it must take away from somebody else by threat of force. Then the government takes its cut for “administrative expenses” and gives the remaining crumbs to the poor.

[Mrs. Don-o]

Did you read what I wrote? What I said is that "doing something" for the poor may mean the government getting off our backs.

You don't object to that, do you?

[Mrs. Don-o]

I know what you mean. The main point is that gvt. confiscation is not charity. It's like this: