Title: Rendering Help to Someone in Need.

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Scripture focus: "Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." — Galatians 6:2

Reflection
Helping those in need is not just an act of kindness; it is a divine calling. Throughout Scripture, God emphasizes compassion, generosity, and service as marks of true discipleship. When we extend a hand to the weary, the poor, or the brokenhearted, we reflect the very heart of Christ.
Here are some biblie stories that demonstrate it is good to help: 
- The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37)  
  A man was beaten and left for dead. Religious leaders passed him by, but a Samaritan stopped, bandaged his wounds, and paid for his care. Jesus used this story to show that true neighbourly love is expressed in practical help, regardless of social or cultural boundaries we have to follow Jesus' example all the time.
- Ruth and Boaz (Ruth 2–4)  
  Ruth, a foreign widow, gleaned in the fields to survive. Boaz showed kindness by protecting her, providing food, and eventually redeeming her family line. His generosity reminds us that helping others can change the course of their lives and our lives too.
- Jesus Feeding the Five Thousand (Matthew 14:13–21)  
  With just five loaves and two fish, Jesus met the physical needs of a multitude. This miracle demonstrates that when we offer what little we have, God multiplies it to bless many and us too. The young person who donate the five loaves and two fishes went home with twelve baskets of food.
Application
- Be attentive: Look around for those silently struggling. Sometimes the greatest help is simply noticing but taking action is very important.
- Be generous: Share your resources, time, and encouragement. Even small acts can have eternal impact.  
- Be Christlike: Helping others is not optional—it is evidence of God’s love at work in us. Do it all the time you have opportunity.
Prayer
Lord, open my eyes to see those in need around me. Give me a heart of compassion and hands willing to serve. May my actions reflect Your love, and may I never grow weary of doing good. Amen.
 Closing Thought
Every act of help is a seed planted in someone’s life. Just as the Samaritan’s kindness saved a man, your compassion today could be the miracle someone has been praying for. You will receive miracles in Jesus' name Amen. 

©Dr Joel Olanrewaju, gbemide09@gmail.com. Please share your testimony here and feel free to share this devotional with your contacts. 

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