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pat_k

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3. And true wealth is shared..

Reply to applegrove (Original post)

Sat Oct 4, 2025, 02:01 AM

Oct 4

In the early church (before Constantine solidified the corruption of it for political purposes) believers practiced radical economic sharing, selling possessions and distributing the proceeds to "all, as any had need" (Acts 2:44–45). This model reflects the command to use resources for the benefit of the community rather than hoarding them.

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Strong people: [View all] applegrove Oct 4 OP

yup, that's what I say about Democratic men Skittles Oct 4 #1

I post that now and then. usonian Oct 4 #2

And true wealth is shared.. pat_k Oct 4 #3