NOVEMBER 22, 2012
The
Joy Of A Generous God
Read: Psalm 36:5-12
They are abundantly
satisfied with the fullness of Your house, and You give
them drink from the
river of Your pleasures. —Psalm 36:8
Recently
I walked into a hotel lobby that featured the largest
arrangement of fresh
flowers I have ever seen. It was bursting with
color, perfectly arranged, and
its fragrance was amazing. It stopped
me in my tracks, and I lingered for a
moment to admire its beauty.
It made me think that there is something about
abundance that
captures our hearts. Think of the inviting beauty of a bowl
overflowing
with colorful fruit, or a countertop covered with three or four
pies
ready for enjoyment after a bountiful Thanksgiving meal.
The
joy of abundance reminds me of the generosity of God. He makes
our cup overflow
(Ps. 23:5); He “is able to do exceedingly abundantly
above all that we ask or
think” (Eph. 3:20); His grace is sufficient for
any difficulty that life brings
our way (2 Cor. 12:9); and it is He who
kills the fatted calf and calls for the
best robe when the prodigal
returns (see Luke 15:20-24). No wonder the psalmist
rejoices: “How
precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! Therefore the children
of men
put their trust under the shadow of Your wings. They are abundantly
satisfied with the fullness of Your house” (Ps. 36:7-8). Our God is
abundantly
good. Let’s overflow with praise for His many blessings.
Lord, thank You for the reminder that far from
being stingy You bless us with good things in
abundance. Thank You for Your presence and
the comfort of the promises in Your Word.
Keep praising God from whom all blessings flow.
Source:
Our Daily Bread 2012
