Lamentations 3 - 7.28.23

Scripture

Lamentations 3:22-24

Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
    for his compassions never fail.
23 They are new every morning;
    great is your faithfulness.
24 I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion;
    therefore I will wait for him.”

Observation

Even in the midst of greatest trial and hardship, God’s love is still on display. His compassions, the displays of his love toward us, are present every morning. He is our Faithful One. And even if our suffering is brought on by God as discipline, we know he’s doing it as a loving Father for our benefit, and he won’t allow us to be consumed. “Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children.” (Hebrews 12:7)

Life Application

Look to God. Celebrate him. Consume myself with him. Wait upon him.

Regardless of the hardships today may bring, look for God’s love on display. Notice his blessings and celebrate his faithfulness. Pursue him as my portion in life. I’m reminded of the Levites in the Old Testament who weren’t given a portion of the Promised Land when it was divided among the 12 tribes. They got no land because God said that he himself would be their inheritance.

Prayer

God, thank you for your great love! Every morning I wake up to blessings – I have you with me, I stand forgiven and with a future hope of eternity with you, I have a beautiful family and home and food in the kitchen, I have been entrusted with great ministry where I’m partnering with you to shepherd your people. Regardless of challenges and hardships, I choose to focus on YOU and your great love toward me. You are my portion.

“Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you.” (Psalm 73:25) Amen.

-Levi Thompson