Focusing on 2 Corinthians 9:12-15, this article shows that God expects His church to reach out to the poor and needy. The church should show justice, mercy and corporate humility. This is in line with the Old Testament commands for helping the poor. 

Applying Habakkuk 2:6-7, Job 22:6, and Job 24:3 to the issue of debt, this article shows that in the Old Testament secured debt was permitted when necessary, and that the rights of the poor and needy were protected. This has implication for the church today, as she is called to meet the needs of those among her members.

Applying Amos 2:8, Ezekiel 18:14-16, Proverbs 20:16, and Proverbs 22:26-27 to the issue of loans, this article shows that in the Old Testament secured debt was permitted when necessary, and that the rights of the poor and needy were protected.

Applying Exodus 22:26-27 and Deuteronomy 24 to the issue of loans, this article shows that biblical loans were not commercial, but charitable. By giving them, God's people showed that they belonged to Him. These laws of God were intended to contribute to the well-being of society.

Looking at Deuteronomy 24, this article discusses the relationship between creditor and debtor on the issue of taking a pledge. The author shows that God intended to protect the poor in refusing the confiscation of the pledge, and applies this principle to the church today.