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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

The vulnerable may be neglected or even oppressed by the world, but they are deeply loved by God. Christians are to stand in sharp contrast to the world by doing all we can to see that needs are met. We are called to express God’s heart to them—to show His love and compassion in practical ways. Not to do so is a sign that our faith is compromised and our love for Christ is lacking. Continue reading

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

It is commonly thought that the idea “God helps those who help themselves” is found in Scripture. It is not. Continue reading

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

It is commonly thought that the idea “God helps those who help themselves” is found in Scripture. It is not. In complete contrast, this scripture could easily be paraphrased: “God helps those who cannot help themselves.” Continue reading

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves (Mar 4)

March 4 God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 35:1-10 | Numbers 2:1 – 3:51 | Mark 11:27 – 12:17 | Proverbs 10:24-25 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 35:1-10 “But let me run loose and free, celebrating … Continue reading

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Interrupted (Mar 30)

March 30 Interrupted Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 45:10-17 | Deuteronomy 13:1-15:23 | Luke 8:40-9:6 | Proverbs 12:5-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: Luke 8:40-9:6 Then the woman, seeing that she could not go unnoticed, came trembling and fell at his feet. In … Continue reading

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves (March 4)

March 4 God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 35:1-10 | Numbers 2:1 – 3:51 | Mark 11:27 – 12:17 | Proverbs 10:24-25 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 35:1-10 “But let me run loose and free, celebrating … Continue reading

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