May 19
God’s desire is to bless His people lavishly. When He fashioned man from the dust of the earth and created for him a helpmate from a rib in his side, the Lord set them in a rich place. He informed them that all His creation was there for their enjoyment.
The first couple was given the honor of naming all the animals, discovering all the lush fruits and vegetables, partaking of the sparkling, fresh spring water. They could lie in the cool grass and enjoy the breeze as they bathed in the warm sunshine. They had the ultimate vacation. Only one thing was forbidden them.
And they lusted after that one thing, and they were seduced to partake of that one thing. From that time, their progeny have endured the same curse that was put upon our first parents. We must now labor to acquire the good things of life. It is with the sweat of our brow, the application of our intellect, that good things may come to us.
And His promise is still that if we will toil faithfully, He will supply the increase. His provision extends beyond the minimal requirement for maintaining life. In Deuteronomy 8:8, He tells us, “A land of wheat, barley, vines, figs and pomegranates; a land of olive oil and honey,” will be supplied to His people as they labor to His glory. His economy never falters.
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