Let’s ponder the differences in the dictionary definition of provision and the Biblical definition of provision.

Dictionary definition of provision: the action of providing or supplying something for use

Biblical definition of provision: the act of providing or making previous preparations

The main difference in these definitions is that the Bible explains that God’s provision means He will make previous preparations. The Bible is full of examples of God’s provision — of God going before. Here are a few examples.

Deuteronomy 31:8 — The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.

Deuteronomy 1:30 — Lord your God who goes before you will Himself fight on your behalf.

Psalm 139:5 — You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head.

Isaiah 52:12 — For the Lord will go before you, and the God of Israel will be your rear guard.

Isaiah 45:2 — I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.

This is only a drop in the bucket of examples of how God prepares the way for His people. Now I challenge you to stop and take a moment to look at your life. Really open your eyes to God’s provision for you today. How has He prepared the path for you? What doors are open or even closed because of His going before you?

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for making provisions for me today. May I be aware of Your provisions and may I respond with a grateful heart. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.