Posted On: Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 at 4:04 am
“Oh, the joys of those who are kind to the poor!
The LORD rescues them when they are in trouble.
The LORD protects them
and keeps them alive.
He gives them prosperity in the land
and rescues them from their enemies.
The LORD nurses them when they are sick
and restores them to health.”
—Psalm 41:1–3
Encouragement for Today
Being kind to the poor brings protection, prosperity, even renewed health. God cares intensely about the poor and is very pleased when we share his heart in this way. How can you be kind to the poor today? Do you know anyone who needs a bag of groceries, a small gift they can’t afford for themselves, or even relief from child care for a few hours? Do you sponsor a child in through a relief organization? Ask God to show you how you can extend his kindness to the poor today.
—Diane Eble, author of Abundant Gifts: A Daybook of Grace-Filled Devotions
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