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Providing emergency assistance to those affected by disaster, famine, or crisis — a practice rooted in biblical compassion. Joseph's grain storage during seven abundant years saved Egypt and surrounding nations during famine (Genesis 41). The early church organized food distribution for widows (Acts 6:1-7). Paul coordinated a major relief collection for the famine-stricken Jerusalem church (Romans 15:25-27, 2 Corinthians 8-9). Galatians 2:10 records the apostles' request to 'remember the poor.' James 2:15-16 declares that faith without meeting physical needs is dead. Relief work demonstrates the gospel's practical concern for the whole person — body and soul.