Tuesday, Feb 22
I have what I need
Scripture: Leviticus 15-16, Psalm 23, Galatians 1
Psalm 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have what I need.
Observation
What a stark statement: I have what I need. Why? Because the Lord is my shepherd. The Lord watches over me, protects me and provides for me like a shepherd does his sheep. Because of His care, I have what I need. I am fully provided for.
Application
Two things.
First, this inspires contentment. Not complacency—there are still goals to be reached, things to be done. But contentment—I am not unhappy with what I have.
Philippians 4:11–13 I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I find myself. 12 I know how to make do with little, and I know how to make do with a lot. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content—whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need. 13 I am able to do all things through him who strengthens me.
I am able to be content through Him who strengthens me…because the Lord is my shepherd. I have what I need.
Second, I have more than I need. This inspires generosity. There is no reason to be worried, stingy or tight-fisted when the Lord is your shepherd. He will give you what you need, and when you share, He’ll give you more. I not only want to be content through Him, but generous too.
Prayer: Lord, I have what I need. Thank you. Let that inspire me to be both content and generous.