Psalm 41: Seven Blessings for Those Who Care for the Poor

Psalm 41:1-3 offers a clear and beautiful picture of how God sees those who care for the poor and less fortunate.

"Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble. 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. The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness." (Psalm 41:1-3)

To "consider" the poor means more than noticing their condition. It means paying attention, discerning what is needed, and responding with wise compassion, whether through food, clothing, financial support, education, employment, transportation, or other practical help.

Psalm 41:1-3 reveals seven benefits connected with caring for the less fortunate.

1. God Will Deliver You in Times of Trouble

"The LORD will deliver him in time of trouble." (Psalm 41:1)

Scripture does not promise a life free from trouble. It promises God's help when trouble comes. When you help others through hardship, Psalm 41 points you back to God's faithfulness in your own times of need.

2. God Will Preserve You

"The LORD will preserve him." (Psalm 41:2)

God's preservation includes both protection and keeping. We may never see or know some dangers He protects us from. Generosity should not be measured only by what leaves our hands, but also by the care God shows in return.

3. God Will Keep You Alive

"And keep him alive." (Psalm 41:2)

Life belongs to God, and Psalm 41 shows that He pays attention to those who care for others' suffering. Jesus expressed a similar principle in Matthew 25:40:

"Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." (Matthew 25:40)

When we help people in need, God takes it personally.

4. You Will Be Blessed Upon the Earth

"And he shall be blessed upon the earth." (Psalm 41:2)

Biblical blessing is not limited to money. Health, peace, wisdom, opportunity, protection, provision, and healthy relationships are all expressions of God's blessing. Psalm 41 teaches that God attaches earthly blessings to caring for the poor.

5. God Will Protect You from Your Enemies

"Thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies." (Psalm 41:2)

The Bible does not say generous people will never face enemies. It says God will not surrender them to their enemies' desires. Your enemies may desire your failure, but their desires do not determine your future. God has the final word.

6. God Will Strengthen You During Sickness

"The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing." (Psalm 41:3)

Generosity does not guarantee a life free from sickness. The promise is strength in the middle of weakness. The same God who saw you helping someone in their difficult season promises to strengthen you in yours.

7. God Will Care for You During Times of Weakness

"Thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness." (Psalm 41:3)

This verse paints a tender picture of God personally caring for someone in sickness and distress. You cared about someone else's suffering; God will care about yours.

Receive these promises through mercy, not as a transaction. Psalm 41 teaches that God sees practical love and responds with faithful care.

Giving to the Poor Is Not a Get-Rich Formula

Psalm 41 should never be reduced to the idea of giving money simply to receive more money in return. At the heart of the passage is compassion.

"He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again." (Proverbs 19:17)

The person you help may never be able to repay you, but God remembers what you have done. That is why service to the vulnerable is never wasted in God's eyes.

You might feed the hungry, help a struggling family, assist an elderly person, support someone's education, help someone find employment, or open a door for someone rebuilding their life. You do not have to be wealthy to make a difference. Begin with what God has already placed in your hands.

Seven Forms of Faithful Care

In summary, Psalm 41 teaches us to trust God for seven forms of faithful care:

1. Help in times of trouble
2. Preservation and protection
3. Sustaining life
4. Earthly blessing
5. Protection from the will of enemies
6. Strength in sickness
7. Care in weakness

We often pray, "Lord, bless me." But Psalm 41 invites us to ask a deeper question of stewardship:

"Lord, who have You blessed me to help?"

True stewardship is not only about what we possess. It is about using what God has entrusted to us to bless someone who cannot repay us. This is the promise and the invitation of Psalm 41: "Blessed is he that considereth the poor."

Pastor Kevin L A Ewing
ewinglakevin@icloud.com
www.kevinlaewing.com
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Signs a Nation Is Under Witchcraft

Demonic influences will disrupt the divine order, replacing it with spiritual deception and manipulation, ultimately resulting in hardship in every area of life for that country. Although the Bible does not offer a specific checklist, it provides a contextual perspective on political leaders resorting to occult powers to gain power and the consequences that follow for the people of that country. Below is a summary of key indicators of a nation that has been spiritually enslaved due to witchcraft.

Deception as a Tool of Governance

The core of witchcraft is often defined as anything that leads a people astray through deception, causing a nation to "err," or go out of alignment with truth.

Manipulation, Intimidation, and Domination

These three traits, often called the "three-fold cord" of witchcraft, frequently replace genuine leadership. When a nation's systems rely on fear and lies to gain control, or coercive authority to silence dissent, it is viewed as operating in rebellion against God.

Widespread Rebellion and Stubbornness

Scripture explicitly links rebellion to witchcraft:

"For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft." (1 Samuel 15:23)

A nation characterized by persistent, stubborn defiance of moral or spiritual laws is often seen as being under this influence.

Spiritual Blindness and Heavy Atmospheres

A "bewitched" nation may experience a loss of spiritual discernment, where theology and intellectualism replace revelation. This often manifests as a spiritually heavy atmosphere, in which common practices and traditions carry an underlying sense of control.

Presence of Occult Strongholds

In regions or nations under such influence, these areas may also see high rates of unexplained mental illness, along with suicide.

Erosion of Truth and Rise of Deception

A nation under this influence frequently experiences a loss of truth, where lies, false prophecy, and deception are welcomed, and righteousness is actively opposed. There is always a proliferation of false prophets in a nation under witchcraft attacks.

The Future Generation

It is without a doubt that in a nation under spiritual oppression, the younger population will be severely attacked or indoctrinated by evil at a young age, through things like child abuse and trauma. This sets the stage for the child to mature into resentment, rejection, and bitterness. If they are blessed enough to escape this, the next stage will be mental illness, such as anxiety attacks, depression, and severe confusion, which will ultimately lead to rebellion and culminate in suicide.

Unnatural Division and Strife

Intense, unexplainable, and persistent social, political, and familial strife, leading to a complete breakdown of unity.

Colonialism and Imperialism

Scripture stands as clear evidence that when a nation is under witchcraft powers, foreigners will rise to great prominence and dominate, while the natives sit and watch helplessly as they're overrun in their own country (Deuteronomy 28:33, 43-44).

Inversion of Values

A culture where good is considered bad and bad is considered good, where a man can identify as a woman and a woman can identify as a man, accompanied by widespread moral decay and apathy.

Untimely Deaths

One of the most common signs of a nation under occult powers is an increase in deaths, particularly untimely deaths. This happens because political leaders make blood sacrifices to evil altars in exchange for votes and ultimately win the position they're vying for. A clear example is King Manasseh of Israel. He abandoned the God of Israel to serve idols (2 Kings 21:21). His decision as a political leader resulted in much bloodshed in the land (2 Kings 21:16).

Corruption Among Political and Religious Leaders

Scripture clearly shows that what affects the head will eventually impact the body. If a nation's leader has used witchcraft to secure an election, it means evil spirits have been unleashed in the land through blood sacrifices at evil altars. This corruption is not limited to political figures. Ezekiel 8 reveals that religious leaders have also become corrupt. The following scriptures highlight principles on how leadership influences the flow: Psalm 133:1-2, Matthew 26:31, Mark 14:27, and Zechariah 13:7.

If your country is approaching general elections, please pray for its stability and leadership. I also recommend praying for your family, asking for a spiritual shield of protection around them, especially to guard against untimely deaths caused by the increasing use of witchcraft in pursuit of political power.

Pastor Kevin L A Ewing
ewinglakevin@icloud.com
kevinlaewing.blogspot.com
www.kevinlaewing.com

Upholding The Verdict of The Cross of Jesus Christ

"Our ancestors have sinned, but now they are dead, but we, the current generations, are left to bear their iniquities" Lamentations 5:7. Many families are affected by generational curses due to the secrets and practices of their ancestors, such as involvement in witchcraft. This lack of such knowledge can lead to hardships and difficulties for the current and future generations. Regardless of your religious beliefs, it is essential to address and break these evil covenants to overcome the effects of the generational curse. Acknowledging and breaking any harmful covenants is vital, even after becoming Christians. Some may mistakenly believe that salvation automatically releases them from underlying curses, but this isn't always true. It's essential to recognize these covenants and actively work to break them, leading a life unencumbered by their negative impacts. Well, because of the cross of Jesus Christ, this can only be done through the name of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ's crucifixion gives us the excellent opportunity to be free from the curses that might have once held us back. Now, it's our chance to actively embrace and apply the amazing grace that comes from the cross, especially when we encounter those still struggling under any curses. Take sickness, for instance—it's undeniably a curse. So, it's essential to ask: why, when you accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, didn't you find immediate deliverance from the curse of cancer? After all, Christ took on the burdens of all curses meant for you through His crucifixion, allowing us to experience true freedom. Well, it didn't just walk away because the part that we play is to enforce what Jesus did by breaking the curse, "IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST." Jesus Christ has now enabled us through him to break curses. Thus, we uphold the verdict of the cross of Jesus Christ through this example. "Father, in the name of your son Jesus Christ, who has become a curse for me based on the events that resulted from his crucifixion. I exercise that authority by breaking the curse of cancer by enforcing the verdict of the cross that clearly says, "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes, we are healed." Isaiah 53:5. Don't allow others to convince you that you do not have to break a curse because Christ has already broken it for you. You know just as well as I do that curses are still operating in your life, even though you have accepted the gift of salvation. It is all because you're not enforcing the verdict of the cross. For example, Jesus said, "Whatever you ask in my name, I will do so that the Father may be glorified, John 14:13-14. So, why does Jesus advise us to have things done or requested in his name if what was done on the cross was a once-and-for-all matter, including the breaking of all curses? Shouldn't the curses and everything that has challenged just walk away from us? As I've mentioned, you execute the ruling of the cross through the word of God, made possible by Jesus Christ, who died on the cross for you, giving us the authority through His name to break curses and anything else that challenges us. What Jesus Christ has ultimately done on the cross, in a nutshell, is to enable us to fight smarter, not harder, through the name that is above all names, who is our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Written By: Kevin L A Ewing ewinglakevin@icloud.com kevinlaewing.blogspot.com www.kevinlaewing.com

Self imposed curses

A self-imposed curse is where one speaks evil or negativity to their own demise. In reality statements such as "I am so broke", "Things never work out for me", "I am sick and tired" etc. are curses being brought on by oneself.

A self-imposed curse does two things, and they are:

1. Place the individual in a spiritual cage, meaning, they can see freedom and opportunities but they cannot participate in them.

2. It holds you back from arriving at your divine appointments. Meaning you've spoken against the will and purposes of God for your life. Such as, "They always pass me when it's promotion time" "Look like only things happen for the white man".

As you can see it was your own words against yourself that has placed you in the backward, delayed position you've found yourself in. Opportunities has fled you as a result of the power of your words against yourself.

Let's look at the spiritual laws that governs this common behavior:

"A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth" Proverbs 13:2

"Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof" Proverbs 18:21

"Thou art snared (trapped) with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken (held captive) with the words of thy mouth" Proverbs 6:2.

My people are foolishly being destroyed because they insist on avoiding and rejecting available knowledge, Hosea 4:6

Written By: Kevin L A Ewing

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You're Not Just Reaping a Saying, You're Reaping a Spiritual Law

Many times we're quick and eager to run to the aid of those who are quick to give their side of a story, a
story that always ends with them cast as the victim.

Surprisingly, we rarely ask God why this person is going through what they're going through. Instead, we buy into their sad story in our ignorance of the full story, without considering that they may be reaping what they have sown into the lives of others. Scripture warns us about this exact tendency:

"He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him." (Proverbs 18:17)

The first version of a story always sounds convincing, because it is the only version we've heard. Compassion without discernment makes us easy to persuade and slow to ask God for the part of the story we can't see.

Sowing and Reaping Is a Spiritual Law

Am I suggesting that people shouldn't be helped, despite what they've done to others? No. What I am saying is that neither you nor I can stop the law of sowing and reaping from running its course in their lives, no matter how much compassion we feel toward them. Scripture says:

"While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease." (Genesis 8:22)

God built this rhythm into creation itself, and it doesn't pause for our sympathy. Paul makes the same principle even more direct:

"Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap." (Galatians 6:7)

In other words, what you did to others was the planting of your seed. When someone does the same thing to you later, that is the harvest of what you sowed into someone else earlier. The seed doesn't forget who planted it, and the harvest doesn't ask your permission to arrive.

Helping People Without Excusing the Harvest

The bottom line is this: you can't go through life treating people any kind of way and expect a red carpet of goodness to be spread out for you in the future. Time has already calculated your assigned date to reap what you have sown, my friend. You can show someone mercy and still recognize that your mercy does not cancel the harvest coming to them from the seeds they planted elsewhere. Those are two different things, and confusing them is how we end up defending people against consequences that God Himself put in motion.

God Sees What Compassion Alone Can Miss

God will judge the oppressor, and in that day, there will be no one to save him. Isaiah described this same reality centuries ago:

"Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness which they have prescribed, to turn aside the needy from judgment, and to take away the right from the poor of my people, that widows may be their prey, and that they may rob the fatherless. And what will ye do in the day of visitation... to whom will ye flee for help? and where will ye leave your glory?" (Isaiah 10:1-3)

Judgment is not ours to deliver. Vengeance belongs to God, not to us:

"Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord." (Romans 12:19)

That means our role is not to punish the oppressor ourselves, and it is also not to shield them from the harvest by refusing to see the truth. Our role is to help where God leads us to help, tell the truth about what we know, and trust God to settle the rest in His own timing.

Payday is coming for every unaddressed harvest. It always does.

Written by: Kevin L A Ewing
ewinglakevin@icloud.com
kevinlaewing.blogspot.com
www.kevinlaewing.com