July 31st - Psalm 34:9–10

Be Still and Know Daily Bible Devotion

Psalm 34:9–10 Fear the LORD, you his godly people, for those who fear him will have all they need. Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but those who trust in the LORD will lack no good thing. As a teenager I chose a profession that is famous for paying well. I was a Christian and I wanted to serve God but was keen to ensure that I had a good income. When God called me at the age of 19 to become a minister I felt nervous about my financial future. This wasn’t helped by the fact that I went to visit my bank manager who gently but clearly informed me that he considered that I was making an unwise financial move. It was at that time that I first met these verses. God was clearly telling me that I wouldn’t miss out, and I haven’t. Undoubtedly, I would have made more money if I had continued with my original career plan. But God has been absolutely faithful and I have missed out on no good thing. It’s hard to imagine a lion growing weak and hungry. They are famous for their predatory skills. But from time to time even they may struggle to feed properly. But that is never the case for those who fear the Lord. Those who live their lives for God will never miss out. Isaiah wrote in a similar way when he declared: “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint” (Isaiah 40:29–31). In short, God is no one’s debtor. He is generous; if you commit your life to him you will never miss out. Question In what ways have you experienced God’s generosity? Prayer Lord God, I thank you for all the ways in which you have blessed my life. Forgive me for those times when I have doubted your generosity. Amen