As I get older I see a desire growing in me to live the simple life. I believe our verse today does an amazing job of summing up what that looks like.
It begins with a God-dependent walk in the truth. Few thing make life more complicated and stressful than lies. Once one is told, many must follow to try to cover the first. Even the best of liars experience stress and burn brain power to maintain the web of lies. Those who walk in the truth sleep in peace.
It concludes with the daily provision being met. When God’s people were in the desert, each day they had their portion. They didn’t need to store up. In fact, He didn’t allow it. He was teaching them that daily, He is the great provider. This lesson ultimately pointed to the great provision He would give us in Christ.
Even the LORD’s prayer, reminds us that our dependence on God’s provision is daily. “Give us this day our daily bread…” Our life is a series of days each lived out one at a time. Each of us being taught to simply trust in our LORD and His provision no matter the situation.
Personal Reflection
Are you a person who is dwelling on the past? Spending hours wondering why this or that has happened to you instead of simply livin in the present? You may find help to redirect your attention by changing your “Why?” To a “Who?” You can read more at this link:
Or maybe you’re the one who spends your time in the future making bigs plans about all the things you will do and buy. Goals are great but can also distract your eyes from Christ and keep you from simply living in the present.
In either case God loves you and is teaching you about a simpler life where you walk with Him in truth, depending on Him for your daily portion. Pay attention to all the ways God has provided for you today and share these with someone to encourage them.
Prayer Focus
LORD, we confess we spend too much time in the past and future and thereby overlook your daily provision for us. This in and of itself is a mighty work worthy of praise. Thank you for every good gift you have given us. Above all, we thank you for Jesus and His victory at the cross, securing our freedom for all eternity. In His great Name we pray, Amen!
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