2 Kings 4:2 … “Your servant has nothing in the house except a jar of oil.”
This morning I find myself grumpy and cynical. Today is the first day back after Spring Break, and instead of being thankful for the rest, I’m greedy for more time off. My precious Savior sees me. He knows my heart, and He sent me to 2 Kings this morning as a reminder of His goodness and provision. Jesus, Thank You for Your loving care, even when my attitude needs adjusting.
2 Kings 4:6 When the vessels were full, she said to her son, “Bring me another vessel.” And he said to her, “There is not another.” Then the oil stopped flowing.
Cynicism might have prompted the widow to ask, “Why am I gathering so many empty vessels? Clearly, I don’t have that much oil!” But she asked in earnest sincerity and acted out of faith. Had she had more vessels, I have no doubt the oil would have continued to flow. Because she acted out of faith, the LORD provided. Thank You, Jesus, for the reminder of all that can be done through faith.
2 Kings 4:7 She came and told the man of God, and he said, “Go, sell the oil and pay your debts, and you and your sons can live on the rest.”
Lord, Thank You for this day and for the ability to relax and recharge over the break. Thank You for Your fierce love, even when I’m cranky and cynical. Thank You for the reminder of the widow’s example that I need to ask in faith and act in faith. Thank You for Your loving provision for Your children, even when we are grumpy, even when Your provision looks so different than what we imagined. Draw us closer. Amen.
Mark 9:24 … “I believe; help my unbelief.”
Have a blessed day.
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