Psalm 41:1

The Message

Dignify those who are down on their luck; you’ll feel good—that’s what God does. God looks after us all, makes us robust with life— Lucky to be in the land, we’re free from enemy worries. Whenever we’re sick and in bed, God becomes our nurse, nurses us back to health.

Cross References

Psalm 34:19

Disciples so often get into trouble; still, God is there every time.

Proverbs 14:21

It’s criminal to ignore a neighbor in need, but compassion for the poor—what a blessing!

Proverbs 16:14

An intemperate leader wreaks havoc in lives; you’re smart to stay clear of someone like that.

Proverbs 19:17

Mercy to the needy is a loan to God, and God pays back those loans in full.

Ecclesiastes 12:1

Honor and enjoy your Creator while you’re still young, Before the years take their toll and your vigor wanes, Before your vision dims and the world blurs And the winter years keep you close to the fire.

Revelation 3:10

“Because you kept my Word in passionate patience, I’ll keep you safe in the time of testing that will be here soon, and all over the earth, every man, woman, and child put to the test.

Ruth 2:19

Naomi asked her, “So where did you glean today? Whose field? God bless whoever it was who took such good care of you!” Ruth told her mother-in-law, “The man with whom I worked today? His name is Boaz.”