Grace in the Weeds

Grace in the Weeds

What the Bible Actually Says About the Poor

Does a SNAP Recipient Deserve a Diet Coke?

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Amanda
Mar 24, 2026
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I saw a pastor on threads railing against people who were on SNAP benefits. He said if they are able-bodied enough to be on TikTok, they can get a job. Clearly, he doesn’t understand that 86% of households receiving SNAP benefits include a child, elderly, or disabled person. I am not sure where the stereotypes came from, but there is this image that peo…

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