So many will do for others and give without a moment’s hesitation yet will never once ask for help. So many feel like they aren’t allowed to be the recipients of charity or help. Yet they are the ones who probably need it more than anyone.

First of all, it’s never wrong to need help. It’s never wrong to admit that you can’t do it alone. It’s not weakness to have others do for you. Besides, the Apostle Paul himself could say that weaknesses weren’t something to be ashamed of but to boast in because that’s where the power of God is perfected.

Still, notice those around you who are always helping others and doing for others. Be willing to look beyond the surface to see where the other might be struggling or in need. And sometimes you need to be persistent in offering to help because they won’t admit they need it.

The old motto isn’t true about God only helping those who can help themselves. In fact, He goes to those who can’t help themselves. He helps those who know they are powerless and in need. He is close to the brokenhearted and the crushed in spirit. He is near to all who call on Him in faith.

At the very least we can pray for those who are strong for everyone else but never take thought of themselves. They might refuse our help but they can never refuse our prayers to an Almighty God who sees and knows more than we do or even more than the people in need do. And that kind of prayer avails much.