Part 1: Protection - God's Heart for the Refugee

This study explores the biblical call for Christians to embody God’s love and justice, especially toward vulnerable groups like refugees, widows, and orphans. It emphasizes that love for God and others is central to the Christian faith, as outlined in Matthew 22:37-40. God’s character, which is love, leads His people toward justice and compassion for the marginalized, exemplified in passages like Deuteronomy 27:19 and Psalm 146:9.

The study critiques harmful rhetoric against refugees, asserting that such language contradicts God’s heart. Instead, Christians are called to show practical love, reflecting God’s protection and provision, as seen in Deuteronomy 10:18, where God provides food and clothing for sojourners. This love transcends political debates, focusing on the spiritual mandate to treat all people with dignity and care.

Drawing on passages like Micah 6:8 and Philippians 3:20, the document challenges readers to actively "do justice" and live as citizens of God’s kingdom. It concludes with reflective questions and a call to prayer, encouraging readers to apply these principles in their lives and communities.