Provisions

²⁷ Now it happened, when David had come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash from Rabbah of the people of Ammon, Machir the son of Ammiel from Lo Debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim, ²⁸ brought beds and basins, earthen vessels and wheat, barley and flour, parched grain and beans, lentils and parched seeds, ²⁹ honey and curds, sheep and cheese of the herd, for David and the people who were with him to eat. For they said, “The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.” - 2 Samuel 17:27-29

     A simple and comforting thought today. David has run for his life from his own son Absalom. He is in the wilderness as Absalom takes over his city and throne. He is back on the run; fearing for his life. Here, in the middle of calamity, those who are faithful meet David in the wild and bring supplies for him and his men. No matter how deep in the wilderness I must run, I know God will always provide. When Satan seems to have won, when I must run from his power and minions, God offers a place of refuge. Psalm 9:9 The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. God never forgets about His children. Not only is this a great reminder of God's provision, but also of His provision through His servants as well. How great it must have been to be able to support David during such a difficult time. We are all one body and one family. We must always support each other, even in physical and monetary ways. God will never leave us alone. May my heart always be open to the hungry, weary, and thirsty and may my hands always be open to receive God's overwhelming provision.