Exodus 23:5 · KJV

"If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him."

King James Version

Passage Context

³Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause.

⁴If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

⁵If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him.

⁶Thou shalt not wrest the judgment of thy poor in his cause.

⁷Keep thee far from a false matter; and the innocent and righteous slay thou not: for I will not justify the wicked.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to those who may not like you?

What does it mean to show kindness to your enemies?

When have you helped someone in need despite your feelings?

Life Application

compassion

Look for opportunities to help those in need, even if they are not your friends.

forgiveness

Practice kindness towards those who may have wronged you, reflecting God's love.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

This verse teaches about helping those in need, which Jesus exemplified in His ministry.

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