But the Godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon. For they are transplanted to the Lord’s own house. They flourish in the courts of our God. Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green.
Psalms 92: 12-14
As I read through the Bible, I am amazed at how often God uses words like flourish, overflowing, and abundant in scripture. It’s a stark contrast to the words I hear echoing throughout the culture today. Stressed, discouraged, exhausted, hopeless, frustrated, and worried pop up in everyday conversations and often I hear those words coming from my own lips.
Why do we settle for anything less than the abundant life God has for us? Maybe we are just influenced by the world we live in where complaining is a national pastime. Perhaps it’s because we have replaced time spent in God’s word with swiping and scrolling through social media. Maybe we are only living in light of this world rather than fixing our eyes on eternity.
The cares of life often weigh heavy on our hearts, and it can be difficult to navigate the unexpected challenges life throws at us. Life is not easy, but we are not called to live in despair and hopelessness. What if we choose to focus on the goodness of God and look to his word when we feel overwhelmed by the hardships of life? What if we seek him diligently and allow his word to soak into the parched spaces in our souls?
Jesus is the only one who can replenish our weary and exhausted lives. He is the only one who can make us flourish in seasons of drought. He is the only way to a truly abundant and blessed life. I pray you will overflow with hope and flourish in his presence today, as you embrace his abundant promises.
John 10:10 – The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Romans 15: 12 – May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Isaiah 58: 11- The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.
