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Psalm 104:14a "He causes the grass to grow for the cattle..."

Day 114 – Psalm 104

“He causes the grass to grow for the cattle…” Psalm 104:14a

GOD’S SUSTENANCE OF THE EARTH

God not only created the earth but He also sustained it. The following text describes how God cares for the earth.

“He causes the grass to grow for the cattle,
And vegetation for the service of man,
That he may bring forth food from the earth,
And wine that makes glad the heart of man,
Oil to make his face shine,
And bread which strengthens man’s heart.”
Psalm 104:14-15

1. God’s plan in caring for the earth is marvelous

a) Grass for the cattle.
b) Vegetation for the service of man.
i) Timber for homes and other useful purposes.
ii) Food from the earth.

2. Providing for the basic needs of man

a) Bread that strengthens man.
b) Wine that makes glad man’s heart.
c) Oil to make his face shine.

MAN’S CHALLENGE TODAY

Psalm 104 describes God’s gracious provision for man. How should man respond?

1. He should bless the Lord.

a) For His wisdom and grace in planning creation.
b) For His grace in providing for man so wonderfully.

2. He should look after the earth

a) Mankind has been blessed with a bountiful earth.
b) The least he must do it is to respect the earth and plan to care for it.