“…And if that had been too little, I also
would have given you much more!” – 2 Samuel 12:8
Look at the heart of
God here! He has blessed David with kingdom and so many other blessings. David
went by his own desire against God and committed a sin. Then God spoke to David
through Nathan. The verse reveals the heart of a Father who had a longing to
bless His children. Also, it reveals the pain a Father carries when His
children go astray following their own desires.
1.
Remember all ways are not God’s ways.
“But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by
his own desires and enticed.” – James 1:14
David walked according
to his own desire on that situation and it had led him to many troubles. It
could have taken his life if God would have not forgiven him. Do not walk according
to your own desires. Find God’s will in your life and stay in it. It will bring
blessings in your life and God’s protection will rest upon you.
2.
Your Heavenly Father knows what you
need.
“…be content with such
things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor
forsake you.” – Hebrews 13:5
God has chosen you as
His children and He is with you. You are saved by His blood. This itself is a
great blessing. Also, He knows what you need and has given you all the
blessings. Thank God for what you have. Do not run behind worldly pleasures,
money and fame. Be content with the blessings your Heavenly Father has given
you.
3.
If you need more, ask your Heavenly
Father.
“If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your
children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to
those who ask Him!" - Matthew 7:11
God said to David
that if he had needed more blessings, He would have given that to him. That is
God’s heart. He wants to give you more. If you are not satisfied with what you
have and if you need something more, do ask God. There is nothing wrong to tell
your Father your heart’s desires. But do not try to do anything by your own
self. Ask God and wait. Hezekiah wept bitterly and asked God to remember him as
he wanted to live for more years. God found it acceptable and gave him fifteen
more years. God will do give you what
you ask if it is acceptable in His sight. Wait for God and surely, He will bless
you.
#GHG Short Devotions
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