It may be easy to feel sympathy for the marginalized, but stepping out of our comfort zones to take action is more difficult. God has always possessed a profound, special concern for the most vulnerable in society, specifically commanding His people to practically care for widows, orphans, and immigrants. In this message from Deuteronomy 25, we explore the uncommon command of Levirate marriage to uncover how God systemically protected those without a social safety net. Move beyond mere good intentions, and treat the hurting people in your life with the tangible dignity of Christ!
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00:00 – Dolly Parton’s Remarkable Philanthropy
01:57 – Confession: Why Ministry to the Poor is Hard
03:19 – Deuteronomy 25 and the Shock of Levirate Marriage
06:40 – Why God Protected the Childless Widow
08:25 – The Story of Ruth and the Kinsman Redeemer
11:02 – God’s Specific Care for Orphans and Immigrants
13:15 – James 1:27 and the American Church
16:09 – Matthew 25: The Sheep and the Goats
21:32 – Concrete Ways to Help the Marginalized
28:15 – A Story of Stepping In to Protect the Vulnerable