Psalm 68:5 · KJV

"A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation."

King James Version

Passage Context

³But let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God: yea, let them exceedingly rejoice.

⁴Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name JAH, and rejoice before him.

⁵A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation.

⁶God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: but the rebellious dwell in a dry land.

⁷O God, when thou wentest forth before thy people, when thou didst march through the wilderness; Selah:

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Devotional Reflection

LoveGratitudeHopeCompassion

I can't help but think of what James, Jesus' brother, said: "Pure religion, undefiled before God the Father, is this: to keep oneself unspotted from the world and to help orphans and widows in their distress." In His ministry, Jesus made it clear that this was what the Father wanted. Now, it's up to us to keep going!

Prayer

Father, may my actions, my compassion, and my ministry serve as a reflection of Your love and concern for those who need Your care, protection, and love. Give me eyes that can see this need more clearly and a heart that can respond more confidently so that I can better show how much You love them. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

LoveGratitudeHopeCompassionAwe

Whenever I think of James, Jesus' brother, I cannot help but think of the following: "Pure religion, undefiled before God the Father, is this: to keep oneself clean and to help orphans and widows in need." In His ministry, Jesus made it clear that this was what the Father wanted. Now, it's up to us to keep going!

Prayer

Father, I want my life, my kindness, and my ministry to show how much You care about people who need care, protection, and love. Give me clearer eyes to see this need and a stronger heart to act on it so that Your love can be shown through me. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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