The Blessed Man Part 3
- The Godly Man’s Prosperity
He Is Situated by the Waters (1:3)
3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.
In the symbolism of Scripture, water for cleansing customarily represents the Word of God; water for drinking symbolizes the Spirit of God.
Meditation in Scripture releases the river of God’s Spirit so that our lives are refreshed and revitalized.
The Psalmist notes seven things that mark the life of the man who is situated by the river.
His Distinction. (standing) he is like “a tree.”
His Durability: (stability) he is like a tree “planted.” Unlike the grass, which is mowed down in successive harvests, a tree sends its roots down deep into the soil. It has a deep, hidden life.
His Location: (place) he is planted “by the rivers of water. ” The droughts which bring bleakness and barrenness to others do not affect him. He has an unfailing source of life.
His Efficiency:(output) he “brings forth fruit.” His branches run over the wall he is a blessing to everyone.
His Graciousness (good behavior) he brings forth his fruit “in his season.” He is not a freak. There are times for fruit-bearing just as there are times for growth and times for rest. So long as we are abiding in the Spirit we need not worry about the fruit. It will come in its season.
His Endlessness (forever) “his leaf also shall not wither.” There are two trees outside. One has leaves on it. They look very pretty, but soon they will fall to the ground. The other tree has fresh, green pine needles. It is an evergreen. That’s what we are to be like–not affected by the winter or the weather–always the same.
His Wealth: (success) whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. Everything will prosper–his family life, his business life, his church life, his personal life. Such is the godly man, the happy, happy man. For God! It’s not name it and claim it, blab it and grab it, It’s for God’s glory, not your gain. You don’t give to get, if you do you give for the wrong reason. (expound?)
This is not a way to riches is the way to God’s blessing on your life Spiritually prosper
Hebrews 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. KJV
Hebrews13:5 Let your character be free from the love of money, being content with what you have; for He Himself has said, “I will never desert you, nor will I ever forsake you,” NAS
The Amplified Bible
3 And he shall be like a tree firmly planted [and tended] by the stream’s water, ready to bring forth its fruit in its season; its leaf also shall not fade or wither and everything he does shall prosper [ and come to maturity]
