Comforting the afflicted

In the light of the fallen nature of man, the history of humanity is marked by various afflictions and abandonments. Whether it is the agony of separation of a spouses due to divorce, death of a loved one, depression, apathy to work, solitude, discrimination, marginalization and other human physiological conditions – to comfort these afflictions is to give a testimony and a witness that “The Lord has comforted his people, and will have compassion on his afflicted” (Is 49:13). God indeed comforts his people with the kindness of a shepherd (Is 40:11, Ps 23:4), the affection of a father, the ardor of a bridegroom and a husband (Is 54), and the tenderness of a mother (Is 66:11-13, 49:15). He has therefore bestowed to his people his promise (Ps 119:50), his mercy (Ps 119:76), the law and the prophets (2 Mac 15:9), and Scripture (1 Mac 12:9; Rom 15:4), all of which will allow them to overcome grief and live in hope. Because God permanently comforts the poor and afflicted (1 Cor 14:3; Rom 15:5; 2 Cor 7:6; Sir 48:24), 

the B.O.L. foundation exercises this work of mercy as its essential function. The foundation will actively testify to this work of mercy by below initiatives, but not limited to:

1. Helping farmers to realize their potential by working to eliminate apathy, and promoting digital advances in agriculture.
2. Helping people with physical disabilities to become independent and self-sufficient.
3. Lessen financial burden caused due to death of the sole bread winner 
4. Help families or individuals recover from helplessness and solitude. 
5. Counseling sessions for people suffering with depression.
6. Work to fight against any form of discrimination.
7. Work on behalf of the marginalized to seek employment opportunities.