Sunday, October 2, 2022

Reflection - Henry Bosch - Reflection - Henry Bosch - The Widow's Comfort

Source (book): "Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Chapter 9, "The Widow's Comfort", Page 12.
By Henry Bosch, Our Daily Bread Author
 

 The Lord watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow. - Psalm 146:9
PHOTO: The Lord watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow. - Psalm 146:9
Read: Psalm 146

A Christian knew he should visit a woman whose husband had recently died. He dreaded the idea because she had been despondent (downhearted), yet he decided to go. He knew it was right "to look after orphans and widows in their distress" (James 1:27).

When he arrived at her door, he was surprised to find her in a cheerful mood. "What has changed your attitude?" he asked. "Well" she answered, "I've been reading my Bible more faithfully since John died, and I found Psalm 146 that the Lord would take care of me. I've received new courage because I was so comforted by His promise."

Those who saw that woman's radiant face and renewed trust in God were impressed by the transformation He had brought about in her life. She was greatly encouraged when her church rallied to her support and supplied her needs.

The Bible tells us to honor widows and strongly condemns those who take advantage of them (Mark 12:40). Again and again we are told of God's special care and concern for bereaved woman (Exodus 22:22; Proverbs 15:25).

If you've recently lost your spouse, God's words in Psalm 146 are clear and comforting. He cares about you and wants you to put your trust in Him as you face the future.

God's comfort compensates for life's losses.

 
The Lord watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow. - Psalm 146:9
Read: Psalm 146
 

 The Lord watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow. - Psalm 146:9
PHOTO: The Lord watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow. - Psalm 146:9
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A Christian knew he should visit a woman whose husband had recently died. He dreaded the idea because she had been despondent (downhearted), yet he decided to go. He knew it was right "to look after orphans and widows in their distress" (James 1:27).


 A Christian knew he should visit a woman whose husband had recently died.
PHOTO: A Christian knew he should visit a woman whose husband had recently died. He dreaded the idea because she had been despondent (downhearted), yet he decided to go. He knew it was right "to look after orphans and widows in their distress" (James 1:27).
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When he arrived at her door, he was surprised to find her in a cheerful mood. "What has changed your attitude?" he asked. "Well" she answered, "I've been reading my Bible more faithfully since John died, and I found Psalm 146 that the Lord would take care of me. I've received new courage because I was so comforted by His promise."


 When the Christian arrived at her door, he was surprised to find her in a cheerful mood.
PHOTO: When the Christian arrived at her door, he was surprised to find her in a cheerful mood. "What has changed your attitude?" he asked. "Well" she answered, "I've been reading my Bible more faithfully since John died, and I found Psalm 146 that the Lord would take care of me. I've received new courage because I was so comforted by His promise."
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Those who saw that woman's radiant face and renewed trust in God were impressed by the transformation He had brought about in her life. She was greatly encouraged when her church rallied to her support and supplied her needs.


 Those who saw that woman's radiant face and renewed trust in God were impressed by the transformation He had brought about in her life.
PHOTO: Those who saw that woman's radiant face and renewed trust in God were impressed by the transformation He had brought about in her life. She was greatly encouraged when her church rallied to her support and supplied her needs.
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The Bible tells us to honor widows and strongly condemns those who take advantage of them (Mark 12:40). Again and again we are told of God's special care and concern for bereaved woman (Exodus 22:22; Proverbs 15:25).


 The Bible tells us to honor widows and strongly condemns those who take advantage of them (Mark 12:40).
PHOTO: The Bible tells us to honor widows and strongly condemns those who take advantage of them (Mark 12:40). Again and again we are told of God's special care and concern for bereaved woman (Exodus 22:22; Proverbs 15:25).
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If you've recently lost your spouse, God's words in Psalm 146 are clear and comforting. He cares about you and wants you to put your trust in Him as you face the future.
Reflection - Henry Bosch - The Widow's Comfort
Source (book): "Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Chapter 9, "The Widow's Comfort", Page 12.
By Henry Bosch, Our Daily Bread Author


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Reference
[1] From "Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Copyright © 2021 by Our Daily Bread Ministries, Chapter 9, "The Widow's Comfort", Page 12.
 

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