FEBRUARY 27, 2024
And God blessed them. And God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth. Genesis 1:28
In Genesis 1:28, we encounter a powerful concept - the transferability of blessings. The verse states, “And God blessed them. And God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.’”
Blessings, as we will discover, are not ethereal or intangible; they are like valuable assets that can be passed on from generation to generation. In fact, there’s no such thing as having too many blessings. If this were the case, the initial blessings bestowed upon us by God in Genesis 1:28 would render further blessings unnecessary. The pursuit of blessings is just as valuable, if not more so, than the pursuit of physical goods.
Much like the way people work diligently to acquire houses, wealth, and possessions to pass on to their children, blessings are a transferable wealth that hold immense value. Proverbs 10:22 attests to this: “The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.” These blessings are not transient; they enrich our lives in profound ways.
These blessings can be transferred not only from God to us but also from one person to another. This principle is rooted in Scripture, as seen in the legacy of blessings passed down from one generation to the next.
Much like the way people work diligently to acquire houses, wealth, and possessions to pass on to their children, blessings are a transferable wealth that hold immense value.
Consider the biblical account of blessings being passed down: God blessed Abraham, and Abraham passed those blessings on to Isaac. While it may
not be explicitly stated in Scripture, the narrative implies that blessings were transferred from one generation to the next. Isaac continued this tradition by blessing Jacob (Genesis 27), and Jacob, in turn, extended blessings to his twelve children (Genesis 49).
However, it’s crucial to understand that blessings can only be transferred based on what one has received. At the point of transfer, one cannot bestow another person’s blessings. The blessings received manifest in the work of one’s hands and in their life’s endeavors, similar to how Jacob’s blessings reflected in the prosperity of his descendants.
God places significant importance on blessings. In Numbers 6:22–26, God prescribed the method for blessing His children because He understands the tangible impact of these blessings. He instructed Moses to convey to Aaron and his sons, the priests, how to bless the children of Israel. God designated certain individuals to bless on His behalf, using His name.
Numbers 6:27 reveals a profound truth: “So shall they put my name upon the people of Israel, and I will bless them.” This signifies that when priests bless the people, they are essentially tagging them with God’s name.
In reality, it is not the priest blessing you; it is God Himself. Thus, it is of utmost significance that God appoints priests and pastors to impart blessings to His children. Proverbs 18:21
reminds us that life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. The words spoken by priests and pastors carry immense power and responsibility when it comes to bestowing blessings upon God’s children.
Moreover, parents wield the power to transfer blessings to their offspring. Throughout the Bible, we witness numerous instances where parents invoked blessings upon their children. If you are a parent, it is your divine responsibility to cultivate a habit of speaking blessings over your children. You can speak blessings over your yet unborn children. As we learned in this previous devotional, faith transcends time.
In closing, let us recognize the tangible nature of blessings and the immeasurable value they hold in our lives. These blessings are not mere desires; they are spiritual assets that enrich us in ways far beyond material wealth. May you desire blessings as much, if not more, than physical goods, and may you, too, become a source of blessings for others. Amen
Song of Worship
Blessed Assurance Hymn by Fanny J. Crosby
Prayer – Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart filled with gratitude for the tangible blessings You bestow upon me. May I desire Your blessings even more than earthly possessions, recognizing their immeasurable value. Help me become a channel of blessings to others, just as You have blessed me. In Your name, I pray. Amen.
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