Day 17

I Will Provide for You

from the Promises of God reading plan


Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 7:7-11, Philippians 4:10-20, Psalm 23:1-6, James 1:17

BY She Reads Truth

God will provide for you. This may seem like the easiest promise for God to fulfill, but for some of us it can be the most difficult to believe.

Since the beginning, God has been our Provider, giving us the air in our lungs and the food in our bellies (Genesis 1:29; 2:7). But with the first temptation, our relationship with God’s provision has changed. The serpent convinced Adam and Eve that God was holding out on us, that it might be better if we provided for ourselves (Genesis 3:4–5). And that lie has governed much of our behavior ever since. We may still want God’s gifts, but in our sin, we want them on our own terms.

When Jesus came, He modeled dependence on God, forsaking worry and the cares of this world for a life of contentment and abundance. He spoke truth to break the devil’s ancient lie, declaring that whatever we may build for ourselves on earth will crumble in the end; only that which is eternal—what is stored up in heaven—will last (Matthew 6:19–20). And He reminded people what had always been true: that “every good and perfect gift is from above” (James 1:17). God feeds the birds and clothes the flowers of the field, and we are much more valuable than these (Matthew 6:25–34). But greater than any gift from the Father’s hand is the Father Himself. As long as we have Him, we can have joy, for He is enough (Philippians 4:12–13).

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  1. Taylor says:

    My freshman year roommate and I constantly left notes for one another simply stating TLWP. The Lord will Provide. That became a cornerstone of our friendship as we shared all the joys and trials of being a freshman in college. I’m thankful that God PROMISES He will Provide for us. It may not look like what we expect, but He commands us to not worry. To trust and obey. So terribly hard sometimes, but He is faithful. I want to enter into this season of singleness in total dependence on God to provide for my every need. He knows the desires of my heart for a Godly husband and to raise a family that knows and loves the Lord. Until that day comes I will rest in the promises of God and have JOY because HE is enough <3

    1. Katie Howard-Browne says:

      I love this! I want to start leaving notes like that :) I just wanted to share a word of encouragement since I know the season of singleness all too well! For me it was almost 8 years of waiting to meet the guy God had for me and meanwhile all my friends were getting married and starting to have kids. It felt long and lonely at times, but God grew my faith SO much through it and I learned that He is so faithful, provides all I need and is so kind and merciful. He brought a husband into my life at just the right time, when I thought hope was lost….he gave us a wedding that totally displayed His glory with a double rainbow and weather that cooperated exactly with what we needed…it started hailing the second everything was over and everyone was in awe that God timed everything so perfectly! So never lose hope and expect great things from Him because He is a God who loves to bring beauty and glory out of waiting and hardship :) Praying for you ♥️

    2. Helena Rose says:

      I love this!!

  2. Lisa Hermansson says:

    I love these verses today, I have since my break up had nothing but confirmation that God is with me and provides for me and my new life. After I had broken up with my fiancée (after three years together), he helped me move out and back up to my family which is about 500km away, we had a calm and friendly break up, talked about everything.
    Once back home, I moved in with my parents, which has worked out fine. I got a job, the school decided because of covid 19 to do the rest of the semester at a distance. I got an apartment. Everything I could possible need he has provided for me! I feel safe and I feel I am on the right path, I have faith that he knows, and he knows better that I do what I need, so I walk in faith and remind myself that with him, I can go through the motions, and I will not need anything.

    When I started to look for apartments there was this one that I got really excited about, and I really wanted it, I didn’t get it – I was of course a bit disappointed, but I too God that “I thought this apartment was perfect me, and I didn’t get it, yes I am disappointed but I also believe in you, so there must be another apartment for me that’s even better, so good I can’t even imagine it right now” and it sure was. My new place is bigger, it is closer to work, and I will be neighbors with my sister <3 amen

  3. Brittanie Sanchez says:

    This is a struggle right now for our family as well. Before this pandemic we were looking to move into our own home. But then we were forced to stay with my parents. Tbh it’s been a blessing in disguise. I’m so grateful to have my parents still. I’ve never needed my mom so much. Idk what God has in store for me and my family, but I know He will always have my best interests at heart. He is a good God. And He will always provide no matter what.

    1. Katie Howard-Browne says:

      ♥️

  4. Haley says:

    thank you for this!!!

  5. Lauren G says:

    I needed this today. I am a healthcare provider and single parenting my 2 young kids while my husband is deployed. I’ve had a lot of anxiety about EVERYTHING in life lately, but my mind tends to fixate on things like food. I’m fearful that at some point I’m going to get COVID and have to quarantine for a few weeks with the kids. I keep checking my food supplies and trying to recalculate in my head what we would go through if we were quarantined. A good reminder to stop obsessing and trust that whatever happens, God is going to provide.

  6. Jessica says:

    Dawn, I screen shot your emphasis on the Lord’s Prayer. Having it written out so plainly can be so life giving. Thank you for sharing and reminding me of his truth.

  7. Kinesha Cox says:

    Such an amazing reading.

  8. Dawn Andreassen says:

    The Lord is my shepherd—
    (that’s relationship)
    I have what I need—(that’s supply + provision)
    He lets me lie down in green pastures—
    (that’s rest)
    he leads me beside quiet waters—
    (that’s refreshment)
    He renews my life—(that’s healing)
    he leads me along the right paths—
    (that’s guidance)
    for his name’s sake—(that’s purpose)
    Even when I go through the darkest valley—(that’s testing)
    I fear no danger—(that’s protection)
    for you are with me—(that’s faithfulness)
    your rod and your staff — they comfort me—(that’s discipline)
    You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies—(that’s HOPE)
    you anoint my head with oil;—
    (that’s consecration)
    my cup overflows.—(that’s abundance)
    Only goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life,—(that’s blessing)
    and I will dwell in the house of the Lord—(that’s security)
    as long as I live.—(that’s eternity)
    ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭23:1-6‬ ‭CSB‬‬

    1. J B says:

      This is awesome, Dawn! Thanks for sharing

    2. Jen Brewer says:

      Beautiful and true! Yes yes yes. Thank you, Dawn. ❤️

    3. Christina Leal says:

      So beautiful.

    4. Margaret Terry says:

      That’s awesome Dawn!!

    5. Justine Smith says:

      Thank you for this.

    6. Lele Murray says:

      Amen and thank you x

    7. Maddie Hensley says:

      Thank you!!!

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