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June 22
Our Father Knows Best
A Devotional from Book of Psalms Psalm 65 (KJV)
Psalm 65 is a beautiful reminder that our Heavenly Father knows exactly what His children need. Long before we ask, He has already prepared the answer. Long before we see the provision, He has already set it in motion.
David begins the psalm by declaring that praise belongs to God because He hears prayer:
“O thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.”
— Psalm 65:2 (KJV)
What a comfort this is. We do not pray to a distant or indifferent God. We pray to a Father who listens. Every whisper, every cry, every quiet prayer in the night reaches His ears. Nothing escapes His notice.
The psalm continues by reminding us that God forgives our sins and draws us near to Himself:
“Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee.”
— Psalm 65:4 (KJV)
It is God who brings us close. Through His mercy and grace, He invites us into His presence. Just as a loving father draws his child near, our Heavenly Father welcomes us with open arms.
David then turns our attention to God’s power over creation. The same God who answers prayer also:
• Establishes the mountains by His strength (v.6)
• Still the roaring seas and waves (v.7)
• Waters the earth and prepares the grain (v.9)
Every sunrise, every drop of rain, every harvest from the soil is evidence that our Father is caring for His creation.
And if He carefully tends the fields and waters the earth, how much more will He care for His children?
Psalm 65 ends with a picture of overflowing abundance:
“Thou crownest the year with thy goodness; and thy paths drop fatness.”
— Psalm 65:11 (KJV)
God’s goodness surrounds every season of our lives. Even when we cannot see the full picture, our Father already knows the end from the beginning.
Just as a child trusts the wisdom of a loving parent, we can trust the perfect wisdom of God.
He knows the storms before they come.
He prepares the provision before the need appears.
He hears the prayer before it leaves our lips.
Our Father truly knows best.
So today we can rest in this truth:
The God who holds the mountains steady…
The God who quiets the oceans…
The God who sends the rain and brings the harvest…
Is the same Father who lovingly cares for you.
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June 21
Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop
Scripture:
John 15:11 – “These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.”
Reflection:
As we journey through life, we often seek joy in fleeting moments or worldly achievements. Yet, true, lasting joy remains elusive when it is tied to circumstances or possessions. In John 15:11, Jesus offers us a different perspective—He desires that His joy be in us and that this joy would be complete.
This joy Jesus speaks of isn’t dependent on external situations but flows from an intimate relationship with Him. It’s rooted in His love, His truth, and His guidance. Just as a loving father knows what is best for his children, our Heavenly Father knows how to lead us to genuine, enduring joy. When we follow His word and abide in Him, we tap into a deep well of joy that sustains us even through trials.
Our Father doesn’t just want us to experience a shallow happiness; He wants our joy to be full. This fullness comes when we trust in His wisdom and let His plans guide our lives. Though we may not always understand His ways, we can rest assured that His path leads us to peace and joy beyond measure.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for desiring fullness of joy in my life. Help me to trust in Your wisdom and follow Your Word, knowing that You always know what’s best for me. Fill me with Your joy today, that I may reflect Your love and grace in all I do. Amen.
Action:
Today, pause and reflect on areas where you may be chasing temporary happiness.
Surrender them to God and ask Him to fill you with His joy, trusting that He knows what's best.
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June 20
Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop
Scripture:
Romans 12:21 – “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
In a world filled with challenges, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the darkness and negativity around us. We see injustice, cruelty, and heartache, and sometimes it feels like the weight of it all is too much to bear. But our Heavenly Father reminds us that we are not to be overcome by this evil. Instead, we are called to rise above it by doing good.
God knows best how to navigate the trials we face. He has equipped us with the strength, grace, and love we need to respond to evil not with more evil, but with His goodness. When we follow His example, we reflect His light in the darkest places. Our actions, motivated by love, kindness, and mercy, become a testimony to His power and wisdom.
When the temptation to react with anger or despair arises, remember that God has a better plan. He asks us to trust in His way—overcoming evil by standing firm in goodness. Through Him, we find the courage to offer love where there is hate, peace where there is turmoil, and hope where there is despair.
Reflection Question:
How can I choose to overcome the challenges in my life by responding with God’s goodness today?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for Your wisdom and strength. Help me to follow Your example and overcome the evil I face with good. Give me the courage to reflect Your love and shine Your light wherever I go. Amen.
June 19
Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop
Scripture:
1 Peter 5:6 - “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you.”
Reflection:
Life often presents moments when we feel anxious or uncertain about the future. We may want things to happen immediately or seek to control the outcome of our circumstances. But in 1 Peter 5:6, God calls us to humble ourselves under His mighty hand, trusting in His perfect timing.
Humility in this context doesn’t mean thinking less of ourselves but thinking rightly of God. It is a posture of surrender, acknowledging that His wisdom and plan far exceed our own understanding. It’s a reminder that we are not the architects of our destiny—God is. His timing is flawless, and His plans for us are good, even when we cannot see the full picture.
As we submit to God’s will, He promises that at the proper time, He will exalt us. This exaltation may not always be in ways the world values, but it will be in ways that bring us closer to His heart, glorify His name, and fulfill His purposes.
Prayer:
Lord, help me to humble myself before You. Teach me to trust in Your timing, even when I don’t understand. I submit my life to Your perfect plan, knowing that Your ways are higher than mine. Strengthen my faith as I wait for the proper time of Your exaltation in my life. Amen.
Takeaway:
Trust in God’s timing. His plan is always for our best, and He will lift us up when the time is right.