Footsteps to Zion

One of the names of the Lord is “ Jehovah Jireh ” which means " God sees our need and He will provide ." Truly, all of us have needs whether it be in a natural or spiritual sense. But in all of our needs, God is surely able to provide. Matthew 6:33 states that if we put first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, then all our needs will be met. And God supplies not just according to what we desire, but according to the riches of His glory (Philippians 4:19)! Elijah was a mighty prophet of God who came to know God very well as his faithful “ Jehovah Jireh .” As we take a closer look at the life of the prophet Elijah, we can witness God’s power to provide for His people: Provision through the ravens: God provides when we obey. “ Get away from here and turn eastward, and hide by the Brook Cherith, which flows into the Jordan. And it will be that you shall drink from the brook, and I have commanded the ravens to feed you there. ” (1 Kings 17:3-4) God spoke this pro...

What do you feel when you do not have the things you need or want in life? Do you worry when you do not have food on the table? Do you get anxious when you do not have a job? Do you feel sad when you feel you are lacking something? Have you ever felt unloved? God is an all sufficient God . He is the answer to every question that man has and He is everything man is looking for.  David wrote in Psalm 23:1-3 that the Lord is his Shepherd and he shall not want. He makes David lie down in green pastures and He leads him beside still waters. He restores his soul and He leads him in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. In the first part of this passage, David reveals an aspect of God’s nature and character, declaring Him to be his Shepherd. A shepherd is someone who nurtures his sheep. He takes care of the necessities of his flock, protects them from danger, and ensures their well-being. So is true with God, He is our Shepherd. With Him, there will never be a lack...