Blessed and Kept by The Lord
“God not only blesses us with His goodness but also keeps us with His protection, ensuring His promises stand and our lives reflect His grace and favor.”
“The Lord bless you and keep you.” Numbers 6:24 NKJV
This simple yet powerful verse is the opening line of the priestly blessing God commanded to be spoken over His people. At its heart is one word that carries the fullness of heaven’s generosity: bless.
To bless is to bestow goodness, favor, and abundance. When God blesses, it is not a casual kindness or fleeting favor—it is the release of His goodness into every area of life. His blessing brings peace where there is turmoil, provision where there is lack, strength where there is weakness, and joy where there is sorrow.
He blesses not only with material provision but also with spiritual riches—salvation through Christ, the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, and the assurance of eternal life. To be blessed by the Lord is to live under the covering of His favor, where circumstances do not have the final say. Human blessings may encourage us, but they are limited. God, however, is not bound by resources or ability; He blesses to the utmost, flowing from His generous, faithful, and loving nature.
Yet we not only need God’s blessing—we also need His keeping. To “keep” means to guard, protect, and preserve. It is the picture of a shepherd who never lets his sheep out of sight, always alert against danger, always near to rescue. Life brings trials and temptations, but God’s keeping hand surrounds us, shielding us from harm, guiding us through valleys, and holding us when we cannot hold ourselves.
His keeping is not just protection from harm—it is preservation for His purposes. He keeps us because He has invested His promises in us, ensuring His plans will not fail.
This priestly blessing is deeply personal. The Lord blesses you—your steps, your work, your relationships, and your future. His desire is not merely to give you things but to make your life a testimony of His grace.
Reflection Question: Where do you most need to trust God’s blessing and keeping today?
Prayer: Lord, thank You that You both bless me and keep me. Help me walk in Your favor and rest in the safety of Your keeping hand. Amen.
Declaration: I am blessed by God’s goodness and kept secure in His unfailing care.
Numbers 6:24