Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted his request. - 1 Chronicles 4:10
Reflection
“We might relate to Jabez when our identity revolves around pain. Thankfully, we can also identify with Jabez as we dare to call out to God for blessings that are greater than even the harshest difficulties of our lives. Even in suffering, freedom and increase can be found in the Lord.” – Chaplain Mary Meirink
