God's Provision in Times of Famine: 15 Encouraging Bible Verses for Provision
In times of hardship and famine, it is easy to feel discouraged and hopeless. However, as Christians, we are called to trust in God's provision and believe that He will never leave us nor forsake us. The Bible is filled with stories of God's faithfulness during times of famine, and these stories can serve as a source of encouragement and hope for us today. Here are 15 Bible verses that speak to God's provision in times of famine:
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"And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:19
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"He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty." - Luke 1:53
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"So do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." - Matthew 6:31-33
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"The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing." - Psalm 34:10
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"Then Jesus declared, 'I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.'" - John 6:35
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"The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name's sake." - Psalm 23:1-3
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"They ate and were satisfied; he gave them what they craved." - Psalm 78:29
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"Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart." - Psalm 37:3-4
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"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." - Matthew 6:33
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"The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail." - Isaiah 58:11
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"And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." - 2 Corinthians 9:8
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"The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor." - Proverbs 22:9
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"Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." - Luke 6:38
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"He provides food for those who fear him; he remembers his covenant forever." - Psalm 111:5
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"And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." - 2 Corinthians 9:8
These verses remind us that God's provision is abundant and He will always take care of His children. Just as He provided manna in the wilderness for the Israelites and multiplied bread and fish to feed thousands, He can provide for us in times of scarcity.
During times of famine, it may be tempting to rely on our own strength and resources. However, Jesus teaches us to seek first the kingdom of God and trust in Him for our provisions. When we put our faith in God and prioritize His will, He promises to meet all our needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
Let us remember to not only trust in God's provision for ourselves but also to extend a helping hand to those in need. As we generously share what we have with the poor and hungry, we become channels of God's love and provision in the world.
In conclusion, dear reader, I encourage you to love God with all your heart and trust Him in times of famine or scarcity. He knows your needs and promises to provide for you abundantly. May you find comfort and hope in these verses, and may God's blessings overflow in your life. May you experience His provision and share His love with others. May your faith be strengthened and your heart filled with gratitude. May you always remember that God loves you and He is faithful to provide in times of need. Amen. 🙏✨
Frank Macha (Guest) on April 29, 2015
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."
Philip Nyaga (Guest) on April 17, 2015
Faith trusts God without reservations. – Unknown
Sarah Mbise (Guest) on April 12, 2015
Don’t dig up in doubt what you planted in faith. – Elisabeth Elliot
Agnes Lowassa (Guest) on April 6, 2015
For the Lord your God is He who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies, to give you victory. – Deuteronomy 20:4
Stephen Kangethe (Guest) on April 6, 2015
The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. – Psalm 9:9
Sumaya (Guest) on April 3, 2015
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. – Zephaniah 3:17
Michael Mboya (Guest) on March 28, 2015
And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. – 1 Corinthians 13:13
Stephen Mushi (Guest) on March 27, 2015
Romans 5:1-5 – "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."
Peter Mwambui (Guest) on March 27, 2015
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. – Galatians 6:9
Ruth Kibona (Guest) on March 13, 2015
Faith in God includes faith in His timing. – Unknown
Warda (Guest) on March 8, 2015
For we live by faith, not by sight. – 2 Corinthians 5:7
Henry Mollel (Guest) on March 2, 2015
We know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. – Romans 5:3-4
Fatuma (Guest) on February 21, 2015
Luke 12:33-34 – "Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Hekima (Guest) on February 16, 2015
The righteous will live by faith. – Romans 1:17
Paul Ndomba (Guest) on February 4, 2015
But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Dorothy Majaliwa (Guest) on January 24, 2015
Matthew 16:24-26 – "Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it. What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?’"
Edith Cherotich (Guest) on January 22, 2015
John 7:37-39 – "On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, 'Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.' By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified."
Safiya (Guest) on January 7, 2015
Mark 8:34-38 – "Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: 'Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.'"
Baridi (Guest) on January 7, 2015
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8
Rehema (Guest) on January 1, 2015
Luke 24:45-49 – "Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He told them, 'This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.'"