“As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.”
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. — Paul universalizes benevolence while prioritizing the community: 'kairos' (opportunity, the right moment) to do 'agathon' (good) extends to 'pas' (all), but 'oikeioi tēs pisteos' (members of the household of faith) receive primary benefit, balancing cosmic love with ecclesial particularity.
Church Fathers on Galatians 6:10
“And let us not be weary in well-doing; for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. So then as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, especially toward them that are of the household of faith.” Lest any one should suppose that their Teachers were to be cared for and supported, but that others might be neglected, he makes his discourse general, and opens the door of this charitable zeal to all; nay, he carries it to such a height, as to…
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