Sirach implies our actions can bring favor upon ourselves, mitigate our sin in God’s eyes, and anticipate reciprocal responses from those we assist in their time of need (chapters 3, 7, 12, 17, and 22). This is in stark contrast to the Bible’s teaching to be a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7), salvation through faith and not by works (Galatians 2:15), and Jesus’ exhortation to give without expecting anything in return (Matthew 6:3). What is the book of Sirach?
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I don't judge that in 'The Wisdom of Sirach' selfish giving is encouraged. I study things to learn the truth about them. From my experience some people have said something is true and then when I have studied about what they have said is true, I have learnt what they said was not true.
Galatians 6:7
Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.
Ephesians 6:8
because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good they do, whether they are slave or free.
Philippians 2:12
Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling,
Matthew 6:14
For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
Sirach 4:31
Do not let your hand be stretched out to receive and closed when it is time to give.
Sirach 31:24
The city complains of the one who is stingy with food, and their testimony to his stinginess is accurate.
1 Corinthians 9: 11 & part of 12
If we have sown spiritual seed among you, is it too much if we reap a material harvest from you?
If others have this right of support from you, shouldn't we have it all the more?
2 Corinthians 8:14
your abundance at the present time should supply their need, so that their abundance may supply your need, that there may be fairness.
Sirach 35:10
Be generous when you worship the Lord, and do not stint the first fruits of your hands.