When she was overwhelmed by debt, she reminded herself that God helps those who help themselves and immediately began cutting expenses and applying for part-time work.

When faced with setbacks, she reminded herself that heaven helps those who help themselves and immediately set about fixing the problem.

When faced with the daunting task of rebuilding the community center, the mayor reminded the volunteers, 'God helps them who help themselves,' and everyone pitched in.

As my grandmother always said, the Lord helps those who help themselves.