Assistance, in the biblical context, refers to the help, support, or aid provided by God, individuals, or communities to those in need. The concept of assistance is deeply rooted in the Scriptures, emphasizing the importance of compassion, charity, and reliance on divine help.

Divine Assistance

The Bible frequently highlights God's role as a helper and provider for His people. Divine assistance is a recurring theme, illustrating God's faithfulness and willingness to support those who trust in Him. In Psalm 46:1, the psalmist declares, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble." This verse underscores the belief that God is always available to assist His followers, offering strength and refuge in difficult times.

Another significant passage is found in Isaiah 41:10, where God reassures His people, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Here, God's promise of assistance is coupled with His presence, providing comfort and assurance to believers.

Human Assistance

The Bible also emphasizes the importance of human assistance, encouraging believers to help one another. In the New Testament, the early church exemplified this principle through acts of charity and support. Acts 2:44-45 describes the early Christians: "All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need." This communal lifestyle reflects the biblical mandate to assist others, particularly within the body of Christ.

The Apostle Paul, in Galatians 6:2, instructs believers to "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This directive highlights the responsibility of Christians to support each other, reflecting the love and compassion of Christ through practical assistance.

Assistance to the Needy

Scripture places a strong emphasis on aiding the poor and needy. Proverbs 19:17 states, "Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender." This verse suggests that assisting those in need is not only a moral obligation but also an act that God honors and rewards.

Jesus Himself taught about the importance of helping the less fortunate. In Matthew 25:35-40, He describes the final judgment, where acts of kindness towards the hungry, thirsty, stranger, naked, sick, and imprisoned are equated with serving Christ Himself. This passage reinforces the idea that assistance to the needy is a direct expression of faith and obedience to God.

Assistance in Prayer

Prayer is another form of seeking and providing assistance. Believers are encouraged to pray for one another, asking for God's intervention and support. James 5:16 advises, "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." Through prayer, Christians can intercede for others, seeking divine assistance on their behalf.

In summary, assistance in the Bible encompasses both divine and human support, emphasizing the importance of helping others and relying on God's provision. Whether through acts of charity, communal support, or prayer, assistance is a vital expression of faith and love in the Christian life.1. (n.) The act of assisting; help; aid; furtherance; succor; support.

2. (n.) An assistant or helper; a body of helpers.

3. (n.) Persons present.

1947. epikouria -- aid, assistance
... aid, assistance. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: epikouria Phonetic
Spelling: (ep-ee-koo-ree'-ah) Short Definition: help, aid Definition: succor ...
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5622. opheleia -- assistance, profit, benefit
... assistance, profit, benefit. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: opheleia
Phonetic Spelling: (o-fel'-i-ah) Short Definition: usefulness, profit ...
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996. boetheia -- help
... help. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: boetheia Phonetic Spelling:
(bo-ay'-thi-ah) Short Definition: assistance, a help Definition: (a) abstr ...
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4878. sunantilambanomai -- to take hold with at the side, hence to ...
... share in, help, aid. 4878 -- properly, to give assistance with because --
supplying help that to the need. [Note the prefixes: 4862 ...
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994. boao -- to call out
... proclaim. 994 (from 995 , "cry out") -- (cry out"); to make an ; summon , because
sorely needing a response (assistance). 994 ("shouting ...
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5833. ezrah -- help, helper, assistance
... ezrah or ezrath. 5834 . help, helper, assistance. Transliteration: ezrah or ezrath
Phonetic Spelling: (ez-raw') Short Definition: help. Word Origin fem. ...
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Kallihirua on Board the "Assistance"
... Kallihirua on board the "Assistance". It was after this first interview that the
report was raised of the massacre of two ships' crews in 1846. ...
/.../murray/kalli the esquimaux christian /kallihirua on board the assistance.htm

Psalm 144:1. 1 2. First Part. Assistance and victory in the ...
... THE Psalms of David, In Metre. Psalm 144:1. 1 2. First Part. Assistance
and victory in the spiritual warfare. 1 For ever blessed ...
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Her Majesty's Ship "Assistance"
... Her Majesty's Ship "Assistance". Erasmus Augustine York, whose native name
was Kallihirua, was brought to England on board Her Majesty's ...
/.../murray/kalli the esquimaux christian /her majestys ship assistance.htm

Psalm 144 Part 1 Assistance and victory in the Spiritual Warfare.
... THE PSALMS OF DAVID PSALM 144 PART 1 Assistance and victory in the spiritual warfare.
v.1,2 CM. Assistance and victory in the spiritual warfare. ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/psalm 144 part 1 assistance.htm

The Assistance of Grace in a Perfect Nature.
... A Treatise on nature and grace, against pelagius; Chapter 56 [XLVIII.]"The
Assistance of Grace in a Perfect Nature. Not only, then ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 56 xlviii the assistance of.htm

By God's Assistance He by Degrees Arrives at the Truth.
... Book VII. Chapter VIII."By God's Assistance He by Degrees Arrives at the
Truth. 12. "But Thou, O Lord, shall endure for ever," [496 ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter viii by gods assistance he.htm

The Reader Reminded How Much He Needs the Assistance of the Spirit ...
... THE READER REMINDED HOW MUCH HE NEEDS THE ASSISTANCE OF THE SPIRIT OF GOD TO FORM
HIM TO THE TEMPER DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND WHAT ENCOURAGEMENT HE HAS TO EXPECT IT ...
/.../chapter xv the reader reminded.htm

How Vainglory and Pride Can be Consummated Without any Assistance ...
... II. Second Conference of Abbot Moses. Chapter VII. How vainglory and pride
can be consummated without any assistance from the body. ...
/.../cassian/the works of john cassian /chapter vii how vainglory and.htm

We have Decreed that the Poor and those Needing Assistance Shall ...
... The Canons of the Blessed and Holy Fathers Assembled at Antioch in Syria. Canon
XI. We have decreed that the poor and those needing assistance shall travel? ...
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Whether the Soul is Propagated; on Obscure Points, Concerning ...
... Chapter 59."Whether the Soul is Propagated; On Obscure Points, Concerning Which
the Scriptures Give Us No Assistance, We Must Be on Our Guard Against Forming ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 59 whether the soul is.htm

Assistance (4 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) Persons present. Multi-Version Concordance Assistance (4 Occurrences).
Acts 9:27 Barnabas, however, came to his assistance. ...
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Demetrius (3 Occurrences)
... Alcimus, in fear, sent a message for aid to Demetrius, who sent to his assistance
Nicanor, the best disposed and most faithful of his friends, who had ...
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Lacedaemonians
... 14:16-23), something can be said, as the Greeks had finally been deprived of
independence in 146 BC, and Sparta was only obliged to lend assistance to Rome and ...
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Tryphon
... 11:39). The Jews under Jonathan came to the assistance of Demetrius in his
difficulties against his revolting subjects. But Demetrius ...
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Comfort (130 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) Assistance; relief; support. ... Etymologically, it is "to call alongside of,"
ie to summon for assistance. To comfort is to cheer and encourage. ...
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Succor (8 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) Aid; help; assistance; esp., assistance that relieves and delivers from
difficulty, want, or distress. 3. (n.) The person or thing that brings relief. ...
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Urim (8 Occurrences)
... great a splendor shone forth from them before the army began to march, that all
the people were sensible of God's being present for their assistance" (Ant., III ...
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Assist (17 Occurrences)

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Thummim (6 Occurrences)
... great a splendor shone forth from them before the army began to march, that all
the people were sensible of God's being present for their assistance" (Ant., III ...
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Arrest (22 Occurrences)
... resistance. They therefore applied to Pilate, the Roman procurator (governor),
for the assistance of a band of Roman soldiers. He ...
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