Amos 6: 1. 4-7
The prophet warns of the dangers faced by those who are greedy and complacent, heedful of no one’s needs but their own.
1 Timothy 6: 11-16
St Paul encourages Timothy, his co-worker, to be true to his calling.
Luke 16: 19-31
In the parable about the rich man and the poor man, Jesus emphasises the necessity of showing mercy to our neighbour.