The Provider

Posted byrisingwiththesonPosted inFaith, New Testament, Old Testament, Prayer

“Our Father in heaven…Give us this day our daily bread.” (Matthew 6:1, 11 ESV)

I was raised at a time when it was the norm for the man to be the breadwinner, or provider in the family. We never lacked for anything as long as my dad was around. He gladly gave of his time and resources to ensure that everyone’s needs were met and we were happy. My earthly daddy was just like my heavenly One: always meeting the needs of his children.

When we trust God as our Provider, it means we trust the only One whose provision is perfectly proportioned and perfectly timed.
-Craig T. Owens

In the Lord’s Prayer we see a beautiful example of this as Jesus teaches us to ask God, our Father in heaven, to meet our daily needs. It’s something we’re to expect of Him because He promises to provide for us. After all, His name is Jehovah Jireh, “the Lord will provide” (Genesis 22:14, emphasis added)! We don’t have to worry as long as we know Him as our Provider. The apostle Paul, who had experienced the Father’s provision in every area of his life, reminds us of this truth in Philippians 4:19 (NIV): “My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” Not just some, but all your needs. Amen!

Published by risingwiththeson

Farah obtained her Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree (with a double major in English and Religious Studies) from the University of Toronto, where she also completed her Bachelor of Education (OISE). While she enjoys teaching, writing gives Farah equal pleasure. She began to exercise this passion with the publication of "Rising with the Son," her daily devotional blog. It is designed to help strengthen the faith of her readers in Jesus. Through her writing, it is Farah's wish to inspire others and help them develop a closer relationship with God and His Son, Jesus Christ.

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