Trusting in God's Provision

A request you may have expressed spontaneously is, “Deliver me from ever experiencing that situation.” Avoiding painful situations or people is a natural desire for most individuals. However, all conflictual situations and people that test your faith and endurance cannot be avoided. In these moments, reach out to God for help and solutions.

Genesis 22 relates how Abraham faced the death of his son Isaac. God commanded him, “Take Isaac and sacrifice him as a burnt offering.” Innocently, the boy questioned his father about where the lamb was that was to be sacrificed. Abraham answered, “God will provide a lamb for the burnt offering,” and God did just that.

God’s name, Jehovah-Jireh, which means “the Lord will provide,” is a name you also can trust even when the situation appears hopeless and bleak. Never give up and constantly be on alert for his help, provision, and solutions. God will provide as you remain faithful and true to his word and instructions.   

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Abraham looked up and there in a thicket he saw a ram caught by its horns. He went over and took the ram and sacrificed it as a burnt offering instead of his son. So Abraham called that place The Lord Will Provide.

~Genesis 22:13-14 New International Version 

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Managing the Storms of Life

Desperate situations and uncertain times trigger anxiety and worry, which test your faith and trust in God to manage and provide solutions. This happened to the disciples of Jesus when a storm began tossing their boat so violently, they feared for their lives. When the storms of life become threatening, fear and anxiety may try to replace your faith in Christ Jesus to send help.

Jesus calmed the storm but scolded his disciples for their lack of faith in his willingness to save them. The storms of life you and I face can arise suddenly and appear overwhelming. It's not unusual to question the reason God permits his people to experience severe pain and suffering.

This experience assured the disciples Jesus would provide for their needs. God’s name Jehovah-Jireh is translated “the Lord will provide,” so trust Jesus to send help. Whether his help comes instantly, over a period of a time, or both, trust the Lord’s faithfulness to provide whatever your situation requires.               

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The Lord is faithful to his promises; he is merciful in all his acts. He helps those who are in trouble; he lifts those who have fallen…He protects those who love him.

~Psalm 145:13-14,20

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