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Deuteronomy 15:4 · KJV

"Save when there shall be no poor among you; for the LORD shall greatly bless thee in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee for an inheritance to possess it:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

2And this is the manner of the release: Every creditor that lendeth ought unto his neighbour shall release it; he shall not exact it of his neighbour, or of his brother; because it is called the LORD'S release.
3Of a foreigner thou mayest exact it again: but that which is thine with thy brother thine hand shall release;
4Save when there shall be no poor among you; for the LORD shall greatly bless thee in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee for an inheritance to possess it:
5Only if thou carefully hearken unto the voice of the LORD thy God, to observe to do all these commandments which I command thee this day.
6For the LORD thy God blesseth thee, as he promised thee: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, but thou shalt not borrow; and thou shalt reign over many nations, but they shall not reign over thee.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to the needs of the poor around you?

2

What does it mean for you to be blessed by God?

3

When have you felt called to help those in need?

Life Application

social justice

Be proactive in addressing the needs of the less fortunate in your community. Consider volunteering or supporting organizations that help the poor.

faith

Reflect on the blessings in your life and how you can use them to serve others, embodying God's love and generosity.

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