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In reply to the discussion: Dear American Tax Payer: I am grateful for the meals you provide. Thank you. [View all]sad sally
(2,627 posts)10. I know lots of people don't like anything that sounds like a biblical quote, "there but by the grace
of God go I." So many people need a helping hand, so many of us would like more of the taxes we pay to go to help those in need rather than on weapons.
You have my Father's blessing! Inherit
the kingdom prepared for you. For
I was hungry and you gave me food;
I was thirsty and you gave me a drink;
I was a stranger and you welcomed me;
I was naked and you clothed me;
I was ill and you comforted me;
I was in prison and you came to visit me."
Then the just will ask Him,
"Lord, when did we do such things to you?"
And the Son of Man will answer them:
"I assure you, as often you did any of these things
for the least of your brothers, you did it for me."
(Matthew 25:31-46)
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Dear American Tax Payer: I am grateful for the meals you provide. Thank you. [View all]
GopperStopper2680
Apr 2012
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Much rather have my tax dollars go to people who are hungry than war in Iraq, that's for sure.
JoePhilly
Apr 2012
#1
I never though of Gov. assistance this way before. Thanks for opening my eyes!
Auntie Bush
Apr 2012
#61
I know lots of people don't like anything that sounds like a biblical quote, "there but by the grace
sad sally
Apr 2012
#10
They're too worried about being right, and making a big deal about their being "Good Christians"
The Genealogist
Apr 2012
#22
The greatest shame in this country of vast wealth is that there are *any* hungry people..
Ikonoklast
Apr 2012
#13
Same here. Thanks to all. My wife and I get food stamps, only 40 a month but it helps
BoWanZi
Apr 2012
#19
I never begrudged anybody a meal and never felt bitter about paying taxes
magical thyme
Apr 2012
#26
GopperStopper, you just gave me a reason to feel good about paying my taxes. THANK YOU and BIG HUG!!
DesertDiamond
Apr 2012
#30
I have never thought those that receive help were "sponging off the system."
unapatriciated
Apr 2012
#57
You are not alone in this thank you. I am eternally grateful to US taxpayers who have helped me
jwirr
Apr 2012
#40
No thanks needed - I know you will do the same for others when circumstances improve
bawieland
Apr 2012
#43