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Jesus came to earth because Jesus earthly ministry began on the sabbath day in a synagogue
in Nazareth week in week out Jews gathered in the synagogue to worship under the chafing
yoke of the roman empire. Aware of the old Testament prophecy these worshipers were longing
for God to send the promised Messiah who would restore the kingdom to israel, reigning on
David's throne forever. But centuries had gone by with no Messiah and the romans were
running the show Hope was probably in short supply. It is this context that the son of a carpenter
from that very town stood up and was handed a crocell from the prophet of Isaiah.
Chapter 2
1. What Does Poverty Mean?
the state or condition of having little or no money, goods, or means of support
condition of being poor.
Key words
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What is Poverty Alleviation?
Poverty Alleviation is