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What does God say about homeless?
In Leviticus 25:35 (King James Version of the Bible), God tells the people (and tells us) : “THOU SHALT RELIEVE HIM, YEA, THOUGH HE BE A STRANGER, OR A SOJOURNER; THAT HE MAY LIVE WITH THEE”. A “sojourner” is defined as : “a temporary resident”, in other words a “transient”.
What does the Bible say about injustice?
Leviticus 19:15 — “You shall do no injustice in court. You shall not be partial to the poor or defer to the great, but in righteousness shall you judge your neighbor.” Amos 5:24 — “But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.” (This scripture was often quoted by Dr.
What does the Bible say about orphans?
“Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed.” “He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the alien, giving him food and clothing.” “I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”
Does the Bible say God helps those who helps themselves?
Romans 5:8 says: “While we were yet still sinners, Christ died for us.” When it comes to the saying “God helps those who help themselves,” we should recognize our own inconsistency. Sometimes, we ask God for help, but then we become passive and we expect God to do everything.
What is God’s definition of justice?
Biblical references to the word “justice” mean “to make right.” Justice is, first and foremost, a relational term — people living in right relationship with God, one another, and the natural creation. As God is just and loving, so we are called to do justice and live in love.
Is there any injustice with God?
If there seems to be injustice in God, then we have greatly misinterpreted His Word. His work is perfect, For all His ways are just; A God of faithfulness and without injustice, Righteous and upright is He.” Psalms 145:17 “The Lord is righteous in all His ways, and kind in all His deeds.”
Why are orphans so important to God?
God seems to have a special fondness for orphans and widows simply because they are the most vulnerable among us. A society is only as strong as its weakest and most vulnerable, so making the case that orphans deserve our attention and care is easy to do.
What is orphan spirit?
Since the fall of man, the orphan spirit has been at the root of much of the chaos, division and destruction in the church and in the world. This spirit is a mindset that leads to a state of the heart, and is rooted in the moment Adam and Eve were separated from union with God by their sin.