" THE FATHERLESS / ORPHANS "

Good Afternoon to you, come on in and sit awhile. Is all well in your world, if not I am willing to pray in the name of JESUS CHRIST for you. This week we will be looking into The " Fatherless / Orphans." Are you doing all you can or just maybe a one time pinch of conscience towards the proper care of the needy? The Hebrew Law Code is noted for its fairness and social responsibility toward the Poor. God insisted that the Poor and Powerless be well treated and given the chance to restore their fortunes. We should reflect God's concern for the Poor by helping those less fortunate than ourselves. " Isaiah says: Learn to do good; Seek Justice, Reprove The Ruthless, Defend The Orphan, Plead for the Widow." Only in God is there hope for the Orphans, Widows, Prisoners, and all other lonely people. Now, if you are lonely or disadvantaged, start to Praise God and Discover Great Joy from Loving and Praising God. Back in the first century, Orphans and Widows had very little means of economic support. Unless a family member was willing to care for them, they were reduced to begging, selling themselves as Slaves, or Starving. By caring for these Powerless People, the Church put God's Word into practice. When we give with no hope of receiving in return, we show what it means to serve others. Another hero of the Faith Paul, wanted Christian families to be as self- supporting as possible. He insisted that children and grandchildren take care of the Widows in their families; he suggested that younger widows remarry and start new families; and he ordered the church not to support lazy members who refused to work. Nevertheless, when necessary, the believers pooled their resources; they gave generously to help disaster - ridden churches, and they took care of a large number of widows. The Church has always had limited resources, and it has always had to balance financial responsibility with generosity. It only makes sense for members to work as hard as they can and to be as independent as possible, so they can adequately care for themselves and for less fortunate members. When church members are both responsible and generous, everyone's needs will be met. Until Next Time... Jim,