God Will Provide

Scripture:
Genesis 22:13-14

“Abraham looked up and saw a ram caught in the thicket by its horns. So Abraham…offered it as a burnt offering in place of his son. And Abraham named that place ‘The Lord Will Provide.’ So today it is said: ‘It will be provided on the Lord’s mountain.’”

Devotional:

Abraham had faced the ultimate test—being asked to sacrifice his beloved son, Isaac. And at the crucial moment, God stepped in and provided a substitute—a ram caught in the thicket. This wasn’t just a momentary provision; it was a declaration of God’s character and nature: He is Jehovah-Jireh, "The Lord Will Provide."

Notice Abraham didn’t call the place “The Lord has provided,” but “The Lord will provide.” It was a declaration about God’s ongoing faithfulness, not just a past event. Abraham believed in a God who not only meets needs in the present but is always faithful to provide in the future.

This powerful story foreshadows the greatest provision of all—Jesus, the Lamb of God, offered in our place. God’s ultimate provision wasn’t a temporary solution; it was a permanent rescue from sin and death.

No matter what you're facing—financial stress, relational struggles, uncertainty about the future, or spiritual battles—God’s promise remains the same: He will provide.

Will you trust that He sees your need and has already made provision for it, even if it’s not yet clear to you?

Questions for Reflection:

1. Can you recall a time when God provided exactly what you needed, just at the right time?
2. Is there something you’re worried or anxious about today that you need to surrender, trusting God will provide?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for being Jehovah-Jireh, my faithful provider. Help me trust in Your provision, especially when I can't see how You'll do it. Remind me daily of Your faithfulness and strengthen my faith to live with confident expectation. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Daily Application:

Take time today to write down a specific need or area of concern. Place it somewhere visible as a daily reminder to trust in God's promise: "The Lord Will Provide."