What does Psalm 34:10 teach about God's provision for His followers? Text of Psalm 34 : 10 “ The young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.” ( ) Why David Chose “Young Lions” • Strongest hunters of the animal world—symbols of natural power and self-reliance. • Even the best-equipped creatures still experience seasons of shortage. • By contrast, God’s people are not dependent on strength, skill, or circumstances for survival. Main Lesson: God Guarantees Sufficiency, Not Scarcity • “Lack no good thing” is an iron-clad promise; it flows from God’s own character (Numbers 23 : 19). • The promise is practical—covering food, shelter, guidance, protection, every genuine need (Philippians 4 : 19). • The promise is moral—God withholds nothing that is truly “good,” nothing that would help His child to live righteously (Psalm 84 : 11). Conditions Attached: “Those Who Seek the LORD” • Seeking involves relationship: worship, obedience, daily dependence (Jeremiah 29 : 13). • It is not a half-hearted search; it is a continual pursuit (Matthew 6 : 33). • The promise is not a blank check for selfish desires; the seeker’s heart is aligned with God’s heart, so the “good things” desired are the very things God delights to give. Practical Takeaways for Today • Trade self-reliance for God-reliance. Even the “young lions” fail; the seeker never ultimately does. • Re-define “good.” If something is withheld, trust that—for now—it isn’t actually good for you. • Keep seeking. The verb is ongoing; God’s provision keeps pace with persistent pursuit. • Celebrate testimonies of sufficiency. Looking back at God’s faithfulness builds confidence for future needs. Supporting Scriptures • Matthew 6 : 25-34 — the Father feeds the birds and clothes the lilies; “Seek first His kingdom… and all these things will be added to you.” • 1 Kings 17 : 2-16 — Elijah and the widow: daily provision that never ran out. • 2 Corinthians 9 : 8 — “God is able to make all grace overflow to you, so that in all things… you will abound in every good work.” Conclusion: Safe in the Shepherd’s Care Because the Lord Himself ties His reputation to the welfare of those who seek Him, we can face every need with settled assurance: scarcity may touch the outward life, but it cannot control the outcome. In Christ, “no good thing” will be missing—ever. |
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