What does "the LORD will indeed provide what is good" reveal about God's nature? Setting the Scene Psalm 85:12 says, “The LORD will indeed provide what is good, and our land will yield its increase.” The psalmist is celebrating God’s restoration after discipline and confidently declaring who God has always been. What the Promise Shows About God’s Heart • Unquestionable Goodness – God’s very nature is good; therefore, what He gives can never be second-best (James 1:17). • Generous Provision – “Provide” implies more than bare necessity; it points to abundance (John 10:10). • Covenant Faithfulness – The word “indeed” carries certainty. When God speaks, He fulfills (Numbers 23:19). • Sovereign Power – Only the Creator can command the land to “yield its increase” (Psalm 24:1). • Tender Care – He notices practical needs—food, safety, fruitfulness—and meets them (Matthew 6:31-33). Echoes Across Scripture • Psalm 34:10 – “Those who seek the LORD will not lack any good thing.” • Psalm 84:11 – “No good thing does He withhold from those who walk uprightly.” • Matthew 7:11 – “How much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!” • Philippians 4:19 – “My God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” • Romans 8:32 – “He who did not spare His own Son… how will He not also… graciously give us all things?” Why This Matters for Us Today • Builds Trust: Knowing God’s nature removes anxiety over tomorrow. • Fuels Gratitude: Every harvest, paycheck, or answered prayer springs from His goodness. • Encourages Prayer: A generous Father invites bold requests. • Inspires Obedience: If His will is always good, following Him is always wise. • Sparks Hope: Seasons of barrenness are temporary; the Provider is still at work. Living in the Light of His Provision • Recall past instances where God “indeed” came through. • Thank Him daily for specific “good” gifts you might overlook. • Align desires with His character; expect gifts that reflect His holiness and love. The verse isn’t mere poetry; it reveals a God who is unfailingly good, lavishly generous, and absolutely reliable. |
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