Encouragement
“If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present.” Gen 43:11. KJV(King James Version).
These are the words of Jacob, the grandchild of Abraham, the father of faith. They are the instructions given to his nine children who were to go again to the land of Egypt.
What is the reason for the second visit?
Famine in the land of Canaan and other lands is the reason for the first and proposed second visit of the family of Jacob to the land Egypt. Egypt was the “food-basket” of the whole world in those days.
On their return journey from the first trip, the man at the helm of affairs in Egypt, the Prime minister, had insisted that the youngest child of Jacob’s family must accompany them if they wanted more food.
This demand became a subject of controversy between Jacob and his children. Jacob was not ready to release Benjamin who is the centre of debate. At the end of it all, the father agreed. This was the start of the words quoted at the start of this write-up.
Now, let us consider the relevance of those words to your personal life. It is impossible that you are undergoing a form of famine in the land of your life. This comes in various forms and magnitude. However, whatever it may be, there is a way out.
Do not ever have it at the back of your mind that you are left with nothing. You still have something left in your land which you can use to get what you desire. Not only this, there is a Personality you can turn to for that desire. Who is that Personality?
He is the Lord, know or remember this about Him:
“The earth is the Lord’s’ and the fullness thereof, the world,
And they that dwelt therein.” Psalm 24:1 King James Version.
He is ready to prepare a table before you in the presence of your enemies (Psalm 23:5).
To achieve all the good desires of your heart, then do this:
“Take of the best fruit in the land in your vessel, and carry down the man a present.” Genesis 43:11.
You have a heart, out of which comes out the issues of life, as your land. No matter what happens around you, you have some form of control over it. Determine to heed the Lord’s instruction in John 14:1
“Let not your heart be troubled, ye believe in God, believe also in me” Be this as it may, you can now offer the best fruits from your lips which come out from the bottom of your heart, without blemish. The Lord loves to inhabit the praise of His people, are you one of them? If “yes”, then go ahead to offer Him the best praise that does not come from a deceitful heart or lips. The results will be amazingly great.
However, if your answer is “no”, I am happy to inform you that it is never too late to join them. Only acknowledge the fact that you are a sinner and that you cannot rescue yourself from your sins. Name your sins one by one before the Lord and ask Him to save you from them. Also confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour forever. Obtain a copy of the Holy Bible for reading and meditation day and night. Then find an assembly of Bible Believing group of saints to share the word of God for stability and growth.
Besides the fruits of your land, think of other presents you can give to the Lord your God. If you do not remember any, ask the spirit of God to call your attention to it. Take steps as He directs you.
Stay blessed and prepared for the coming of the Lord.PLEASE ENCOURAGE AUTHOR BELOW LEAVE COMMENT ON ARTICLE
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