A certain buzz word gaining influence in our society today is stigma. Stigma is understood as a feeling of shame that is associated with a particular circumstance. In previous generations there was a stigma attached with needing help. Evidence for this evaluation lies in the slogan, "God helps those who help themselves." What's more, the rising development of books in the category of "self help." A positive feature in contemporary society is the attempt at breaking down the stigma associated with needing help. The weakness is that the help on offer either leaves God out of the equation or presents God in a way that is inconsistent with Scripture. On Sunday morning we will be reminded of how God's Word breaks the stigma attached with needing help and offers real help for our lives.