The Scriptures reveal that God desires that we prosper and be in health, even as our soul prospers. In Deuteronomy 8:18 He declares: “And you shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day”. Psalms 1:3 declares: man that delights in the Lord and meditates on His word day and night will prosper in whatever he does. The key here is the consistent application of God’s word and principles in ones life. There is a grace to prosper in your life if you choose to receive it and walk in it. The analogy of a tree planted by the rivers of water give the picture of one remaining close to God and His word. Because of this practice, you will always have all the wisdom, provision, strength and health that you need to accomplish all the He calls you to do. If you haven’t yet, begin now to plant yourself right next to the rivers of God’s word and wisdom.
Psalms 1:3 He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither; and whatever he does shall prosper.
God judged His people who willfully rejected His wisdom and Laws. He had given them laws, precepts and wisdom so that they would live in peace, with blessings and with purpose. However, because of their pride and arrogance, they rejected His words. This greatly displeased God. Hosea 4:6 says: “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me; Because you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children”. That is a chilling verse. God declared to those that willfully rejected His word that He would also reject them from being able to serve Him. This would also impact their children because God knew that they would not teach God’s law to their children. This would also cause judgement to fall upon the children since they would act just like their parents. God was pleased with Abraham and He knew that he would teach the law of God to His children (Genesis 18:19). Therefore He greatly blessed Abraham and his children. But those that reject His word will not be able to enjoy His presence. They will not be able to receive life from His word and promises. They will not teach their children, so it will also negatively impact their children. Learn from their example, and instead embrace His precepts and promises. It will be a lasting blessing to you and your family!
