text: is this phrase in the bible? "god helps those who help themselves". i'd always heard that phrase when i was little, and it sounded so right. so, i did some checking...yes, i do know the answer. okay guys, this is my first question on here. i've answered many of your questions, honestly and respectfully, so i would appreciate the same consideration. i just want to see what many people believe is actually in the bible. many people treat the bible like some mysterious book that no one can really understand. it is understandable, and it is relevant to us today & very helpful. so, let's hear what you think. no. that phrase is not in the bible! in fact, it is contradictory to the main teaching of the bible, that god helps those who are helpless!