May God bless us still, so that all the ends of the earth will fear him.
This verse corresponds to the priestly blessing given in Numbers 6:24, 25, “The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.” The Psalmist offers the same blessings to the believers so that the world will fear God. The purpose of God’s blessing and provision in believers lives points to the ultimate giver of every good gifts. It is not man taking the credit for making himself rich. The source of every good thing comes from above. We are to seek the blessings of God so that the blessings of God can flow through us to people around us.
Every enjoyment, pleasures, fulfilment and joy comes from the One who holds the universe in his power. He directs every season of the year and the land produces its abundant harvest. It is God’s blessing that leads a person to honour and fear Him. The purpose of God giving us good things is not solely for selfish enjoyment but that it may be redirected towards displaying the majesty and power of His generosity. God does not bless us so that we could accumulate more and more for our selfish ends. No! God blesses us so that we share those blessings to people around us and in doing so, people will stand in awe of God’s power and deeds.
Prayer: Lord, enlarge our hands to give more. Empower us to succeed and prosper so that we become a channel of your blessings to others for your name and glory, amen.
