We had a discussion about giving to the poor as many Christians tend to do.  Our small group had a big argument on who qualifies as "the poor".  Some said it is anyone in need, others said is only believers who are struggling, and then some picked places in the middle to stand.

Basically we were just all giving our opinions and had to solid ground to stand on.  Can you present a clear description based on the thought out doctrines of existing protestant theology on who "the poor" are to whom we are called to give?