“You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God,who has dealt wondrously with you.”

Joel 2:26 ESV

When God blesses someone, it is never little. Scripture records again and again that when God provides, He provides in abundance—enough to satisfy every need. His blessings are never lacking.

When we bless someone with money, time, or service, the receiver may be thankful for a brief moment, but often expectations rise. Sometimes people want more, and disappointment sets in when those expectations are not met.

My mother is a giver—deeply generous, so much so that we often joke that one day she might even give away the house she lives in to someone in need. Every Christmas, she has a tradition of buying new clothes and feeding the lepers and the homeless who sit outside her church to collect alms.

This year, when she did the same, one person rejected what was offered and demanded more money. They even tried to grab money from her hand that she had set aside to distribute to everyone. It was Christmas time, and perhaps they expected more, yet they were not satisfied with what was given.

But when Jesus touched people—when He healed, when He provided—every single person was satisfied.

At the wedding in Cana, when the wine ran out, the hosts were distressed. In those days, it was a great shame when food or drink was insufficient, and wine was an essential part of the celebration. Jesus stepped into that situation and miraculously turned water into wine. This iconic moment, the first recorded miracle of His ministry, brought complete satisfaction. The guests were so pleased that they thanked the host for saving the best wine for last. The entire wedding was filled with joy and contentment.

The Word of God encourages us that the Lord gives in such a way that we are truly satisfied. Our human minds may not comprehend how it will happen, but when it is the Lord’s doing, it is always marvelous in our eyes.

God, the Almighty, reveals Himself as the God of miracles. He fed the Israelites with manna in the wilderness, giving them what they needed day by day. He sent a raven to feed Elijah while he was in hiding. The portions may have looked small or unusual, but they brought strength, sustenance, and satisfaction to continue the journey and fulfill God’s purpose.

The God of Israel will also bless you abundantly. You will eat in plenty, and you will be satisfied in the land of the living.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for being the God who provides in abundance. Help us to trust Your provision and find our satisfaction in You alone. Let our hearts be grateful and our lives bring praise to Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.