Satisfaction Guaranteed

I have noticed that many of the things that we pursue in life do not satisfy our souls. We spend most of our lives thinking that our desired job will bring us satisfaction. While the pay may benefit us and we may enjoy the work, the job itself does not bring deep satisfaction. We pursue money or fame and find out that our pursuit was just empty selfishness. We go after the latest technology and within months it becomes outdated and perhaps useless to do what we want it to do.

Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.” Walk in the paths of righteousness. Seek to do good to all and at all times. These things will give you a good name among people and you will gain favor among men and with God.

Life Guide

So many people offer us information that they consider useful to life. Whether it be hacks available on social media, counselors, lifestyle mentors, or some variety of self-help guides, advice is not hard to find. However, the truth and reliability of this counselors can be suspect and must be thoroughly evaluated.

Psalm 33:4-5 says, “For the word of the Lord is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord.” The first place to pursue the right path is God’s Word. He is faithful to every word of it and to His promises found within His Word. His Word explains God’s steadfast love, which He declares throughout the earth.

Infinite Warehouse

I am not sure when I have visited a huge warehouse. I do sometimes pass an Amazon warehouse on the road. It looks incredibly large and must store a lot of items. But its supply is not endless and must be restocked by deliveries from various vendors.

Psalm 31:19 says, “Oh, how abundant is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in the sight of the children of mankind!” God’s goodness is eternal and infinite. He has a storehouse full of goodness awaiting those who trust in Him. He reveals His goodness by His mighty works on behalf of His people.

Giving What Is Best

Some people really know how to give the best gifts. They understand the people that they give to and seem to know what is needed in the moment. Some people can bring out the best in us. They know how to support, encourage, correct, inspire, and help when needed.

Psalm 28:8-9 says, “The Lord is the strength of his people; he is the saving refuge of his anointed. Oh, save your people and bless your heritage! Be their shepherd and carry them forever.” What separates our faith from the world’s religions is the relationship that believers have with our God. He is the one that we run to when we need help and protection. He is our strength and salvation. He is our Good Shepherd, who leads us and carries us when we can go no further. He gives us every good gift.

Seeing What Is Possible

Sometimes we are hesitant to do a new thing because we don’t think that we can do it. But once we see this new thing done by someone else, we gain confidence and may try to do it ourselves.

Matthew 28:5-6 says, “But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come see the place where he lay.'” Because Jesus rose from the grave, eternal life is available to us by faith in Him. Because He rose from the grave, it is demonstrated that no problem in our lives is too difficult for God to resolve. Because He rose from the grave, death is defeated and Jesus lives. Jesus is Savior and Lord.