What other scriptures highlight God's provision and peace for His people? 1 Kings 4:25—A Snapshot of Shalom “Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely, each man under his own vine and fig tree, from Dan to Beersheba.” The picture is simple yet profound: personal provision (“vine and fig tree”) and national peace (“dwelt securely”). Scripture keeps returning to this theme, weaving God’s faithful care through every era. Shepherd-Like Care in the Psalms • Psalm 23:1-3 — “The LORD is my shepherd; I will not lack. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul.” • Psalm 4:8 — “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.” • Psalm 29:11 — “The LORD gives strength to His people; the LORD blesses His people with peace.” Covenant Promises through the Prophets • Isaiah 26:3-4 — “You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. Trust in the LORD forever.” • Isaiah 32:17-18 — “The work of righteousness will be peace… My people will dwell in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in undisturbed resting places.” • Jeremiah 29:11 — “For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans for peace and not for calamity, to give you a future and a hope.’” • Ezekiel 34:25-26 — “I will make a covenant of peace with them… I will send down showers in season—showers of blessing.” Provision and Peace Revealed in Jesus • Matthew 6:31-33 — “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’… Your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” • John 14:27 — “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you… Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.” • John 16:33 — “I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace.” Everyday Assurance for the Church • Philippians 4:6-7 — “Be anxious for nothing… the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” • Philippians 4:19 — “My God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” • 2 Corinthians 9:8 — “God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all you need, you will abound in every good work.” • Hebrews 13:5 — “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for He has said, ‘Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.’” Peace That Extends into Eternity • Romans 8:32 — “He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things?” • Revelation 7:16-17 — “Never again will they hunger; never will they thirst… God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” • Revelation 21:3-4 — “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man… He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more.” From Solomon’s vineyards to the New Jerusalem, God consistently shelters, supplies, and secures His people. The same Lord who planted peace under every vine in 1 Kings 4 still invites trust today—offering provision for each need and peace that surpasses understanding. |
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