BLESSED is he who considers the weak and the poor

Psalm 41:1-4

 1. Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble.

 2. The LORD will preserve him, and keep him alive; and he shall be blessed upon the earth: and thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies.

 3. The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness.

 4. I said, LORD, be merciful unto me: heal my soul; for I have sinned against thee.

The bible declares that God will bless us when we consider the poor. When we show up with an act of kindness and are compassionate to help and assist the poor, then the Lord God empowers you to prosper. The power of the Lord manifest for those who extends mercy to others.

Lets look at the blessings that these verses declare.

• The Lord God will manifest his power to deliver you in time of trouble.

For example: Deliver you from family trouble or debts.

• The Lord will preserve you.

This means: The Lord will look after you and no harm will happen to you.

• The Lord will keep you alive.

And so: no accidents or death by sickness nor premature deaths.

• He shall be blessed upon the earth.

This means: You don't have to wait to get to heaven to enjoy a good successful life. You can live the abundant life right where you are right now!

• Thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies.

And: You will not live according to people's expectation. Those silly gossips and spirit of jealousy will do you no harm!

• The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing...

This is what the Amplified Version says:  (3) The Lord will sustain, refresh, and strengthen him on his bed of languishing; all his bed You [O Lord] will turn, change, and transform in his illness.

So: no more sickness, pains and sorrows! Healing is yours!

• I said, LORD, be merciful unto me: heal my soul; for I have sinned against thee.

And: When we extend mercy to others, God extends mercy to us.

You are forgiven...all sin, trangressions and iniquities.

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Nuggets

You strip something of its power when you 'ignore' it! It no longer has the ability to occupy your mind, your energy, your life and your future.

No one can make you feel inferior without your permission.

Sin separates you from the presence of God,
Fear separates you from the power of God,
Unbelief separates you from the promises of God.

Potential - speaks of what you can do but haven't done yet.
                - indicates how far you can go but haven't gone yet.
                - promises how much you can accomplish but haven't accomplish yet.
POTENTIAL DOESN'T REFER TO WHAT YOU HAVE ALREADY DONE.

Your emotion puts you in motion:
Right emotion puts you in motion to right actions.
Wrong emotions puts you in motion to wrong actions.

Praise - Worship - Thanksgiving
Praise relates to God's greatness
Worship relates to God's holiness
Thanksgiving relates to God's goodness.

For you...

You may have done what people said you have done, but

YOU ARE NOT WHO PEOPLE SAY YOU ARE!!!

GOD CAN FORGIVE ANY SIN

OR MISTAKE YOU HAVE MADE

You can be used by God in the morning and by the devil in the evening...Remember Peter - Matt. 16: 16-23
Even those who walked with Jesus daily failed. God is not surprised. He knows that man may fall but He also knows how to restore.

"The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand." (Psa 37:23-24 KJV)

"For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief."

(Pro 24:16 KJV)

Jesus does not condemn, criticize or destroy...He is willing to forgive.

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. "(1Jn 1:9 KJV)

So refuse to be discourage and disheartened. Just as Jesus alerted Peter to his enemy and prayed for Peter...

"And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren."

(Luk 22:31-32 KJV)

...Jesus is also interceding for you.

"Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them." (Heb 7:25 KJV)

So, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might and DON'T GIVE ACCESS TO THE DEVIL. That may sound easy, but it comes by discipline and with time.

Have you failed?

King Jesus with open arms of love is waiting for you.

"Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool." (Isa 1:18 KJV)

Financial Wisdom

“Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver and the gain thereof than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her. Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her. The LORD by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.” Proverbs 3:13-19

Wisdom produces financial blessings. Wisdom prolongs days and brings riches and honour. She brings peace and fulfillment and joy. So, we can see that wisdom that does not manifest discouragement (unhappiness) and lack.

Wisdom is the cure for confusion. (James 1:5). We are going to ask God for wisdom concerning all things that pertain to life.

Faith comes by hearing and understanding comes by the word.

“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” Proverbs 4:7.

Financial wisdom

It is important as Christians that we discuss the issue of finance. Listen to what the scriptures say about money and we will find out that it is a vital part of life.

“But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.” 1Timothy 5:8

The word house means family. Here the word informs us that as believers who walk by faith we are to provide for our own and those of our own family. Failing to do so indicates that we denied the faith and are worse than an infidel. We have a responsibility before God and it is not to be taken lightly. Denying the faith indicates that you are not righteous, thus you are an infidel. THE JUST SHALL LIVE BY FAITH! The just are those that does what is right in God's sight.

You provide for your family spiritually, socially, physically, emotionally and financially.

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things.” Ecclesiastes 10:19

The bible teaches that money answers all things. So, is money evil?

“For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.” 1Tim. 6:10

Money is widely misunderstood in the Christian circle. The bible teaches that the LOVE of money is the root of all evil. Believers have lacked wisdom concerning money. Money has its importance and place but money can also become the opposite and opponent of God.

“No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.”Matt. 6:24

Two things can become your masters according to Jesus, either God or money.

The word that we have to pay attention to here is love and hate. Remember that it is the love of money that is the root of all evil and Jesus said that God or money can become your master. How will you know who is your master? By finding out who controls your life!

“Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices.”2 Corinthians 2:11

Three primary weapons of the devil are

* Deception

* Temptation

* Accusation

Ignorance is a controlling tool of the devil. Ignorance can steal from you, destroy what yours and kill.

“My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.” Hosea 4:6

Scriptural Promises4U

Scripture is a never-failing treasury filled with boundless stores of grace. It is the bank of heaven; you may draw from it as much as you please - Charles Spurgeon

“Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in His ways. You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours.” Psalm 128:1-2

“My God will meet all your needs according to His riches in Christ Jesus” Philippians 4:19

“May the LORD give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” Psalm 20:4

"The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn His face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:23-26

“Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance” Jude 2

Jesus is the yes to every promise of God - William Barclay

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.” Ephesians 1:3

“From the fullness of His grace we have all received one blessing after another.” John 1:16

“He is the rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is He.” Deuteronomy 32:4

“We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.” Romans 5:1-2

“My Father will give you whatever you ask in My Name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” John 16:23-24

“If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” 1 John 5:14

We do not understand the intricate pattern of the stars in their courses, but we know that He who created them does, and that just as surely as He guides them, He is charting a safe course for us. - Billy Graham

“The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day.” Proverbs 4:18

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28

“For I know the thoughts and the plans that I have for you, says the Lord. Thoughts and plans for welfare and peace, and not for evil, to give you hope in your final outcome.” Jeremiah 29:11

“The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green.” Psalm 92:12-14

God's promises are like the stars: the darker the night, the brighter they shine. David Nicholas