Do We Turn Our Back on Those Who Steal Out of Need and Feel That They Deserve to Be Locked Away?

Do We Turn Our Back on Those Who Steal Out of Need and Feel That They Deserve to Be Locked Away?

Well, obviously through these verses, Jesus doesn't feel the same way. He says through the Bible: Men do not despise a thief, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry; But if he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house. Proverbs 6:30-31

Jesus suggests that we allow those who steal out of need to be able to make restitution, even if that's to work it off over time, but He DOES NOT suggest that they should be imprisoned indefinitely. Lots to be prayerful about as Christmas approaches and we are to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ who gave His life for us and did not turn His back on us and all our sin.