Proverbs 22:2

Rich and poor. God is no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34). All are His children, and He seeks the salvation of all (Titus 2:11). The rich and poor inevitably meet together. The rich are dependent upon the poor for the many services that wealth can buy, and for the acquiring of that wealth. When rich men recognize their brotherhood with, and dependence upon, the poor, and use their wealth for the advancement of the general good, God accepts the action as being done in His service. When poor men faithfully serve those who employ them, they too serve the Master of all (see Prov. 14:31; 17:5; Matt. 25:40; Eph. 6:5, 6; 1 Peter 2:18).