This is a psalm of great praise giving honor and recognition to God for all he has done and given. Can you remember the time you last praised in this way? We too often just go about our lives expecting good things to happen, such as success, happiness and the like. While I’m sure God doesn’t want us to doubt, the counter of expect, I’m also sure that he longs for and enjoys our thanksgiving to him. We (or maybe just I) need to recognize and acknowledge God as the giver of all gifts, including our very lives. This psalmist is clear in his profession of where credit is due.
I think of the passage of Scripture in the New Testament “how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him.” (Matthew 7:11). All good things come from God. And when the bad comes, and it will, we can be assured that God is with us to protect us and help us conquer. Amidst the trial sometimes it’s hard to see God’s hand, but I have plenty of times in my life when I now look back and see how God was there, even using that horrible situation, and I made it through, many times stronger. God’s wisdom is the best strength you can have!
Today, be intentional and look around at the events happening not only in your life but in those around you. Where do you see God? Make sure you give God the glory!
Let’s pray. Lord you are a magnificent gift giver. I thank you for all your provisions. I pray that I am doing with them as you have planned. Help me feel that assurance in my doubt. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
