Scripture - Psa. 104:27 These all look to you to give them their food at the proper time. 28 When you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are satisfied with good things.
Observation - the psalmist takes time to describe various animals in nature from the birds to goats, describing how all receive their sustenance from God. In verse 21 he says, The lions roar for their prey and seek their food from God. Most would think the lion hunts, and he expects to catch his game by means of his stealth, his skill, his speed and his strength. Not so according to this Psalm. Instead, the lion roars, or expresses his need, and then looks for God to supply.
Application - it is an amazing when you come to the place to understand that all of us get our "food" from God at the "proper time." His is our source for all good things. While we might work hard, if his hand doesn't open, we will walk away with nothing. When he does open his hand, we are then able to gather it up. Not a moment before! As his hand of supply opens, we are able to receive and enjoy. As the animals of the earth are totally reliant on the provision of God, so are we. From our next meal to our mortgage payment to our provision during retirment, God is our source!
Prayer - Lord, I pray you will open your hand and release your supply. The time has come.
