In the phrase, “the young lions lack,” the original Hebrew meaning of lack refers to being destitute in the animal kingdom. Like most animal young, lion cubs are not able to feed themselves and are dependent upon the parents to provide for them. If there is a famine or drought, the young lions will suffer and be without the basics necessary for survival. Consequently, they will perish.  The second time lack is used in Psalm 34:10, it has a completely different Hebrew root. Its meaning conveys the understanding that you shall not lack the things you want in life…or the good things you want out of life. 

Do you see the difference?

When we understand what the Bible really says about matters, it opens up to us understanding of the goodness of God. His intentions for our lives are always good. Psalm 84:11 states, “For the Lord God is a sun and shield; The Lord will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly” (New King James Version).  Do you hear the heart beat of God in this verse?  Do you hear His goodness?

There is nothing—that is a good thing—too good for you to have. There is no size of house, no make or model of car, no great marriage, no healthy relationship, no healthy body…that is too good for you to have!

Exerpt taken from the book “More Than Enough with Plenty Left Over” by Jack Holt