Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
For the needy shall not alway be forgotten: the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever.
Expectation
Bible References
For the
Psalm 9:12
For the one who takes revenge against murderers took notice of the oppressed; he did not overlook their cry for help
Psalm 12:5
"Because of the violence done to the oppressed, because of the painful cries of the needy, I will spring into action," says the Lord. "I will provide the safety they so desperately desire."
Psalm 72:4
He will defend the oppressed among the people; he will deliver the children of the poor and crush the oppressor.
Psalm 102:17
when he responds to the prayer of the destitute, and does not reject their request.
Psalm 109:31
because he stands at the right hand of the needy, to deliver him from those who threaten his life.
Luke 1:53
he has filled the hungry with good things, and has sent the rich away empty.
Luke 6:20
Then he looked up at his disciples and said: "Blessed are you who are poor, for the kingdom of God belongs to you.
James 2:5
Listen, my dear brothers and sisters! Did not God choose the poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom that he promised to those who love him?
Expectation
Proverbs 23:18
For surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off.
Proverbs 24:14
Likewise, know that wisdom is sweet to your soul; if you find it, you will have a future, and your hope will not be cut off.