Lamentations 3:24
The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.
LAMENTATIONS 3:24
“The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.” In ancient Near Eastern thought, one’s portion indicated inheritance and sustenance. By declaring the Lord as his portion, the speaker asserts that God is ultimate possession, supply, and reward—more valuable than land, wealth, or status. Even amid scarcity and pain, the soul chooses hope grounded in God’s sufficiency.
Theologically, this crystallizes trust as a conscious choice: where the soul rests determines the posture toward life’s losses. God as portion aligns with Scripture’s larger arc—God as provider, Shepherd, and fortress. This verse elevates faith from passive acceptance to intentional dependence.
Practically, reframe your daily sense of “what fills me up.” If your daily bread—financial security, status, or comfort—dominates, you may be prioritizing a created thing over the Creator. A devotional habit can help recalibrate: begin with recognizing God as your true portion, then plan one practical step to live that truth—giving, serving, or choosing contentment in small things. This shifts anxiety toward trust.
Cross-References: Psalm 16:5-6; Psalm 23:1; Philippians 4:11-13; Colossians 3:1-3