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Neil Cudney explores how God's strength is found in gathering those who are vulnerable and overlooked. He highlights a vision of a strong nation built on compassion rather than power or control. The post challenges us to rethink strength through faith and mutual care.
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WORD:
“In that coming day,” says the LORD, “I will gather together those who are lame, those who have been exiles, and those whom I have filled with grief. Tears of joy will stream down their faces, and I will lead them home with great care. They will walk beside quiet streams and on smooth paths where they will not stumble… Those who are weak will survive as a remnant; those who were exiles will become a strong nation. Then I, the LORD, will rule from Jerusalem as their king forever.” (Micah 4:5-7, NLT)
THOUGHT:
Further to God going into the remote places to seek and gather those who are marginalized, God Himself will be their God. Tables will be turned on who are “powerful” and “strong. Those perceived as strong in this world will have their control slip away. Those who God gathers from the margins will become a strong nation.
PRAYER:
Help us see what is true strength and power; not built on selfishness, personal gain, or human striving, but built upon compassion, gentleness, and sacrifice. May we act as citizens of this coming Kingdom, where the “exiles,” those perceived as weak and vulnerable, find their places of strength and honour.
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About the Author:
Neil Cudney:
Dr. Neil Cudney is a respected voice in the global conversation on theology and disability. With extensive experience teaching on the theology of disability and accessible ministry, he has shared his expertise at conferences, seminaries, and colleges worldwide. Dr. Cudney's work reflects a deep commitment to fostering understanding, inclusion, and the transformative power of faith in the context of disability.
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Neil Cudney explores how God's strength is found in gathering those who are vulnerable and overlooked. He highlights a vision of a strong nation built on compassion rather than power or control. The post challenges us to rethink strength through faith and mutual care.
Photo by Myriam Zilles on Unsplash
WORD:
“In that coming day,” says the LORD, “I will gather together those who are lame, those who have been exiles, and those whom I have filled with grief. Tears of joy will stream down their faces, and I will lead them home with great care. They will walk beside quiet streams and on smooth paths where they will not stumble… Those who are weak will survive as a remnant; those who were exiles will become a strong nation. Then I, the LORD, will rule from Jerusalem as their king forever.” (Micah 4:5-7, NLT)
THOUGHT:
Further to God going into the remote places to seek and gather those who are marginalized, God Himself will be their God. Tables will be turned on who are “powerful” and “strong. Those perceived as strong in this world will have their control slip away. Those who God gathers from the margins will become a strong nation.
PRAYER:
Help us see what is true strength and power; not built on selfishness, personal gain, or human striving, but built upon compassion, gentleness, and sacrifice. May we act as citizens of this coming Kingdom, where the “exiles,” those perceived as weak and vulnerable, find their places of strength and honour.