Caring for the Poor (25) - Provide Employment

Sometimes the greatest need of a person who is poor is for well-paid work. Christians can help the poor by becoming employers. Being an employer costs more and is more risky than being an employee. This is a common reason for unemployment. Not enough people are willing to be employers.

The government cannot create jobs. Only employers can create jobs, so the best solution to unemployment is more employers.

Christians can help the poor by becoming employers. They have the wisdom of God and the confidence of faith, so they are well placed to start a business. If they already operate a business, they can look for ways to employ other people. Often the best thing that a Christian can do to help a poor person is to start a business and provide them with an opportunity for employment.