Noah's Ark: An Invitation to Faith — Page 134
HAZRAT MIRZA GHULAM AHMAD (AS) and sin shall be saved. But others who tread indolently on this path and do not wholeheartedly advance in piety, or who prostrate before the world, put themselves to trial. Show complete obedience to God in all respects. The time has now come for all those who consider themselves members of my community to sacrifice their wealth for the sake of this community as well. A person who can afford even a penny ought to donate that penny towards the expenditure of the community on a monthly basis. Those who can afford to give a rupee per month should donate a rupee every month. The costs of hospitality aside, religious projects also require substantial funds. Hundreds of guests come to visit, but comfortable guesthouses have not been built until now due to a lack of funds, though this is necessary. Sufficient bedding is not available either. The mosque requires an extension. Our print and publishing efforts lag behind our opponents. For every fifty thousand magazines and religious journals published by the Christians each month, we are barely able to consistently produce a thousand. Thus, every member of the community ought to aid such projects according to their means, so that God Almighty extends to them His help as well. It is better to consistently contribute every month even if only a small amount, than to donate after long intervals according to one's whim. Every person's sincerity is determined by their service. Dear ones! The time has come to serve religion and assist its cause. Prize this opportunity-it shall not come again. Those upon whom Zakat is liable should send their contributions here. You should all guard yourselves against frivolities and spend your wealth in this 134