Gods Greatness And Compassion

Financial Blessings

Just paid all the monthly utility bills
To some, it seems like no big deal
But to me it is
Lord not only now You are providing
But You have blessed me financially down through the years

I remember one day specifically
Layoff notices were handed out to employees
I sat at my desk and prayed that one I wouldn’t receive
I had just taken out loans and needed my job desperately
That day you answered my prayer instantly

Another time comes to memory
When trouble on a job got too much for me
It was imminent I’d be forced to leave
But another offer I had not received
For several days my phone did ring
But I wasn’t able to catch the one calling
When I finally did, came a job offering
So jobless You spared me from being

Then I remember when I was trying to buy something major
I actually went to it and prayed over it
Not only did the loan go through
You blessed me with a higher, more stable income too
Lord, I recognize all good and perfect gifts come from You
Thanks for financial blessings old and new.

Scripture Reference: James 1:17, Deuteronomy 8:18
Background

An income or job can be here today and gone tomorrow. It is such a blessing to be able to pay bills when they come due as without adequate income, life can be very difficult. So I’m careful not to take income for granted. It makes me remember God’s generosity and kindness. Deuteronomy 8:18 says remember that God gives us the power to generate an income or wealth and James 1:17 says every good and perfect gift comes from the Lord.

As the hart panteth after the water brook

So my heart pant eth after You
To hear Thy voice, feel Thy presence
To lift my hands up to heaven
And praise You in effervescence

Like the water that sustain the greenery
I pray You sustain me
And forever close we be
With your water I will never be thirsty.

Scripture reference – Psalm 42, John 4:13

A Special Meal

No special china or table settings
Just simple food I’m expecting
It’s not a special occasion or a holiday
Yet, I’m excited about this meal today
As I get to see ones for a while, I haven’t seen
And that makes this a special meal

Eating is a commonality
So a meal brings togetherness naturally
Conversations become more deep
When taking the time to talk and eat
You get to know one better
As you make memories of talk and laughter
And the feel of being near
Those you hold dear
Makes it a special meal

Lord thanks for every opportunity
To sit down to share and eat
With those special to me
Not only the hunger it does fulfill
But positive emotions I feel
Makes it a special meal

Scripture reference Acts: 2:46-47
Background

A simple meal meant to just fulfill hunger can be transformed into a joyous filled occasion when it is shared with someone special. Acts 2:46-47 talks about how the church people experienced joy and togetherness from gathering at each other homes to fellowship over a meal. Sharing a meal creates a way to bond because even if there is nothing to talk about, one can talk about how they like the food. It is also a way to get to know someone, or a way to reunite with someone you have not seen in a while. Thank you Lord for every meal that is transformed from simple to special.