Leviticus 24-25, Psalm 38
Leviticus 25:35-36 (NLT)
“If one of your fellow Israelites falls into poverty and cannot support himself, support him as you would a foreigner or a temporary resident and allow him to live with you. Do not charge interest or make a profit at his expense. Instead, show your fear of God by letting him live with you as your relative.”
In Leviticus 25:35–36, the Lord instructs Moses on how to care for those in need, reflecting Father-God’s concern for justice and compassion. The Lord commands His people to support those who cannot provide for themselves so they may continue living within the community. Father-God also emphasizes that they must not charge interest or seek profit from someone who is needy. In Old Testament times, charging interest was a common practice—even when it placed an unbearable burden on the poor.
These verses remind me that our actions must reflect the Lord’s character of mercy, kindness, and provision. Father-God was not calling His people to offer only temporary relief, but to provide support that would allow the needy to remain part of the community. These verses also teach me that reverence for the Lord should shape our decision-making. How we treat others must always reflect our respect for Father-God’s authority and character.
One Bible commentary I read explained that the goal of supporting those who cannot support themselves is restoration, not mere relief. I love this interpretation because it honors the dignity of the person in need. Helping to restore someone who is struggling acknowledges that Father-God created them with purpose and value. The Lord does not desire His children to remain trapped in poverty, but to be restored so they can fulfill His plan for their lives.
This passage also reminds me of the times I struggled financially and of the people who helped me get back on my feet—not simply through handouts, but by helping me find work and learn better money management. Their kindness restored me, enabling me to move forward and fulfill the Lord’s plan for my life.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who desires restoration for all His children—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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