March 12 God’s Got This!

                  Hilreth Morgan
                Kings SDA Church

 

Theme: Leaning on Him when life feels overwhelming

Scripture: Psalm 23 vs 1

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

When we face the most difficult trials in life, it is easy to feel overwhelmed, uncertain, and even abandoned. But in moments of testing, we can hold firmly to    the truth that God’s got this. He is in control, and His love for us is steadfast.

In Genesis 22, we read the story of Abraham’s faith being tested. God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his beloved son, Isaac, the son through whom God's promises were to be fulfilled. Imagine the confusion and heartache Abraham must have felt as he walked up the mountain with his son, knowing what was being asked of him. Yet, despite the intense trial, Abraham trusted in God’s plan, saying to Isaac, "God will provide for Himself the lamb for a burnt offering" (Genesis 22:8). Abraham’s unwavering faith in God's provision is an incredible example for us. Even when circumstances seem dire, God’s plan is always perfect. Just as God provided a ram in place of Isaac, He always provides for us, even in the most challenging of circumstances. His timing, wisdom, and provision are perfect.

In Psalm 23, David expresses his trust in God as the Good Shepherd. "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want" (Psalm 23:1). David speaks of how God leads, restores, and protects him. He is comforted by the truth that, even though he may walk through the "valley of the shadow of death," he will fear no evil because God is with him (Psalm 23:4).

In verse 5, David goes on to declare, "Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies." This is a powerful statement that God not only provides for us but does so in a way that signals His sovereignty over every situation and enemy we face. It is as if God sets a table of blessing right in front of our enemies, showing that no situation or adversary is too powerful for Him to take charge of. There is nowhere He cannot reign, no challenge too great for Him to handle.

As we reflect on these truths, we are reminded of the promise in Psalm 138:8: "The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your love, O Lord, endures forever—do not abandon the works of Your hands." No matter what trials come our way, we can trust that God has a purpose for us, and He will not abandon us. His love is everlasting, and He will see us through every challenge.

Furthermore, Isaiah 40:10 encourages us with this truth: "See, the Sovereign Lord comes with power, and He rules with a mighty arm." God is not only in control, but He rules with all power. There is no situation beyond His reach, no challenge too big for His mighty arm. He is with us, guiding us through every season of life with His power and might.

Just like Abraham and David, we too can place our trust in God. He knows our needs, He sees our struggles, and He will provide for us. When we surrender our fears and doubts to Him, we can experience peace, knowing that He holds our future and that His plan is always for our good.

So today, let us remember that God’s got this. Whatever challenges we face, we can walk confidently, knowing that God is our provider, our protector, and our guide. Trust in His faithfulness, and know that no situation is beyond His control. He will always take charge, for His purpose will prevail, and His power is unmatchable.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for being our faithful Shepherd and Provider. Help us to trust in You fully, even when we don’t understand the circumstances. Just as You provided for Abraham and David, we know that You will provide for us. Thank You for preparing a table for us in the presence of our enemies, showing us  that You are in control of every situation. Thank You for the assurance that You will fulfill Your purpose for us and that You rule with all power. Strengthen our faith, comfort our hearts, and remind us that You’ve got this. In Jesus' name, Amen.