"Blog Y2 632 - "Blessed to Enjoy His Gifts"
When you eat the labor of your hands, you shall be happy, and it shall be well with you. Psalm 128:2. What a beautiful and powerful promise this is for God’s children. Our Heavenly Father desires that we enjoy the fruit of our labor, that we live in happiness and peace, and that all goes well with us. While we may have resources, it is only God who gives us the strength, health, and long life to truly enjoy them. It is His blessing alone that makes us rich, not just in wealth, but in joy, peace, and fulfillment. These promises are given to those who fear the Lord, to those who walk in reverence and love for Him. But what does it mean to fear God? It doesn’t mean being terrified of Him. It means having a deep respect, love, and awe for who He is, so much so that we don’t want to grieve Him by doing evil or living in sin. Just like we would avoid hurting someone we truly love, fearing God means living in a way that pleases Him, avoiding anything that would bring Him sorrow. When we...