The Bible teaches that almsgiving should be done in secret and not for the glory of men, but as an act of mercy motivated by God's mercy towards us.
In Matthew 6:1-4, Christ instructs us on the importance of motives behind our acts of mercy, or almsgiving. He emphasizes that when giving, it should not be for the purpose of being seen by others, as those who do so have already received their reward. The focus should be on the secret nature of the act, reflecting our relationship with the Father who sees what is done in private. Almsgiving is an expression of mercy and compassion towards others, rooted in the understanding that believers have received abundant mercy from God Himself. This calls us to practice mercy without seeking recognition, because true motivation stems from the grace we've received.
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