But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead. He is the first of a great harvest of all who have died.
1 Corinthians 15:20
He gives prosperity to the poor and protects those who suffer.
Job 5:11
All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
O Savior Christ, thy touch has still its ancient power; no word from thee can fruitless fall. Hear, in the solemn prayerful hour, and in thy mercy heal us all. Amen. †
† 1969 Hymnal & Liturgies of the Moravian Church, hymn 553.
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