Charity came first. Since we are made in God's image and God is love, our basic nature is charitable. Because we now have selfish ways, we have added a twist to charity, so that we get a return on our money (the free market). The free market isn't necessarily bad,it is just an imperfect form of doing things for others. The basis of helping others for gain or no gain is ultimately based on charity. | Charity came first. Since we are made in God's image and God is love, our basic nature is charitable. Because we now have selfish ways, we have added a twist to charity, so that we get a return on our money (the free market). The free market isn't necessarily bad,it is just an imperfect form of doing things for others. The basis of helping others for gain or no gain is ultimately based on charity. |