THE TRIBE OF THE HELPERS
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The ways of the world are full of haste and turmoil; I will sing of the tribe of the helpers who travel in peace.
He that turneth from the road to rescue another, Turneth toward his goal: He shall arrive in time by the foot-path of mercy, God will be his guide.
He that taketh up the burden of the fainting, Lighteneth his own load: The Almighty will put his arms underneath him, He shall lean upon the Lord.
He that speaketh comfortable words to mourners, Healeth his own hurt; In the time of grief they will come to his remembrance. God will use them for balm.
He that careth for a wounded brother, Watcheth not alone: There are three in the darkness together, And the third is the Lord.
Blessed is the way of the helpers, The companions of the Christ.