Jeremiah 29:12 states, “Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you.”

During Babylonian exile, Israelites were displaced, suffering, waiting for God's promise of hope (Jeremiah 29:11). What was their role in receiving it? The Lord told them, "Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you”. 

God’s provision often comes after honest, dependent prayer. He invites us to ask and participate in his work. The true supply is not just the answer, but the renewed intimacy with the Giver.

We see this pattern throughout the Bible:

• Manna in the wilderness showed God supplies our daily needs during Israelites' 40-year journey.
• God sustained a widow's oil and flour during a famine, showing he can provide from nothing to meet our needs.
• Feeding the 5,000 Jesus used a few loaves and fish to feed many, showing his abundance goes beyond imagination.

These stories assure us that God knows our needs before we ask (Matthew 6:8). His provision isn't limited by circumstances but reflects his limitless capacity.

Remember that prayer is the first step to God's supply in your life. Bring to the Lord whatever you need—courage, healing, or peace—because He is listening.

Heavenly Father, thank you for listening and caring for your children. We pray for deeper trust in your provision, knowing you know our needs before we speak. Help us come to you in prayer as the first and most powerful step, trusting you to supply all our needs according to your riches. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Asking, Seeking, Knocking,

Gene

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