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Food to the Hungry
06 Wednesday Apr 2016
Posted in Mid-Week Medtiation, Psalms
He gives justice to the poor and food to the hungry. The LORD sets prisoners free (Psalm 146:7, CEV).
Ottawa River as seen from Greens Creek Point — photo by David Kitz
Reflection
This week’s I Love the Psalms theme is hunger.
Our Lord taught us to pray, “Give us this day our daily bread.”
As I think over my life, I can’t think of a single day when that prayer has not been answered. In other words, the Lord has had an unbroken record of faithfulness. I have never gone to bed hungry except by my own choice.
Today’s verse from the Psalms reminds us that God is the one who daily supplies our needs.
He gives justice to the poor and food to the hungry. The LORD sets prisoners free (Psalm 146:7, CEV).
The Lord’s provision goes beyond physical needs. As the psalmist declares, the LORD also provides justice and sets prisoners free. Worry often holds me as a prisoner. What about you?
But when I consider the LORD’s faithfulness, there is no place left for worry. He banishes hunger along with worry. We have this assurance: God will take care of all your needs with the wonderful blessings that come from Christ Jesus! (Philippians 4:19, CEV).
Response: LORD God, thank you for your daily provision of good things. You have been more than faithful. My heart overflows with thanks for your goodness. Amen.
Your Turn: Has God been faithful in providing for you? Has He come through for you?
My Supplier
04 Monday Apr 2016
Posted in Monday Meditation, Psalms
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To everyone who is thirsty, he gives something to drink; to everyone who is hungry, he gives good things to eat (Psalm 107:9, CEV).
Evening Silhouette
Reflection
This week’s I Love the Psalms theme is hunger.
Hunger comes in many forms. As the day progresses at various times I am hungry. At times I may even think I am starving. Of course this is nonsense. After a week without food I might get down to a more healthy weight, but even then I would not be starving. True starvation is more than missing a mid afternoon snack. Most of us have lost touch with the true meaning of hunger.
Today’s verse from the Psalms reminds us that God is the one who satisfies our hunger.
To everyone who is thirsty, he gives something to drink; to everyone who is hungry, he gives good things to eat (Psalm 107:9, CEV).
Our greatest hunger may not be for food. We may be most hungry for love or acceptance, inner peace or forgiveness. Whatever your need, bring it to God. He is the suppler of every good thing.
Response: LORD God, thank you for being my supplier. Every good and perfect gift comes from you. I give thanks for your goodness. Amen.
Your Turn: What is your greatest need today? Will God be your supplier?
Young Lions
04 Thursday Feb 2016
Posted in Psalms, Thursday's Thought
Young lions may go hungry or even starve, but if you trust the LORD, you will never miss out on anything good (Psalm 34:10, CEV).
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Reflection
This week’s I Love the Psalms theme is goodness.
I don’t like being late for supper. I don’t like being the last one in the line up for the self-serve banquet. I might miss out on something good.
I’m hungry for something good. Aren’t you? Of course, something good can be more than just food. Sometimes it’s good-natured fun with friends. Sometimes it’s a game, or a round of physical or mental exercise, and at other times it’s rest and relaxation.
Something good comes in a variety of packages.
I like the promise in today’s verse from the Psalms: Young lions may go hungry or even starve, but if you trust the Lord, you will never miss out on anything good (Psalm 34:10, CEV).
The key factor is trusting in the LORD. Are you someone who trusts in the LORD even in hard times?
Response: LORD God, increase my faith. I want to experience the good things you have set aside for me. Help me daily to put my trust in you. Amen.
Your Turn: What does trusting in God mean for you today?
