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how do jesus' teachings on 'the least of these' relate to protecting the vulnerable?

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Matthew 25:40

“The King will answer them, ‘Most certainly I tell you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’”

This verse is part of Jesus' teaching on the Last Judgment, found in the Gospel of Matthew. Jesus describes a future scene where humanity is divided like sheep and goats, based on how they treated the hungry, thirsty, strangers, naked, sick, and imprisoned.

What small, tangible act of care for someone vulnerable could you offer today?

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  • Deuteronomy 10:18

    This verse describes God as one who executes justice for the fatherless and widow, and loves the foreigner.

  • James 1:27

    This New Testament letter defines 'pure and undefiled religion' as caring for orphans and widows in their distress.

  • Proverbs 31:8-9

    This wisdom passage encourages speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves and defending the rights of the poor.

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