Find the Giver of the Gift

When life gets confusing, we rattle off the usual suspects: When? Where? How? Why? Sound familiar? We pace, we pray, we peek under every emotional rock trying to find the answers. But maybe the answer isn’t a thing at all. Maybe it’s a Who.

“Stop looking for the answers — start looking for the Giver.” Those words hit me like a spiritual two-by-four (the gentle kind).

Because when we lean into the Giver — our faithful, loving God — we get more than answers. We gain peace in the waiting, strength in the not-knowing, and joy right smack in the middle of the mystery.

Remember as kids how laser-focused we were on Santa? If we just get close enough to whisper our wish list, we believed he’d deliver the goods. Well, spoiler alert: Santa’s lap is seasonal, but God’s lap is eternal — and far more generous.

Here’s the truth: God isn’t a vending machine or some divine jackpot. He’s the Giver of every good and perfect gift (James 1:17) because He loves us. It is not because we insert the right prayer or behavior.

Let’s remember His Word about our seeking. It says:
“Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” – Matthew 6:33

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Do not lean on your own understanding. He will direct your paths.” – Proverbs 3:5–6

The pattern? Seek Him. Trust Him. Find Him.
And when we find Him — we get the Giver and the gifts.

He gives peace that passes understanding. He provides joy that can’t be shaken. He offers comfort that doesn’t run dry. He shows love that doesn’t flinch at our flaws.

Don’t worry, you’re not asking for too much. In fact, you may be asking for too little. Ask big but seek deeper.

When we seek Him with our whole hearts, He’s already there. He is smiling with arms wide open. No lap appointment is needed.

Stop chasing for answers. Run to the Giver. His presence is the greatest gift of all. And His peace that’s wrapped in His great love for us – is the treasure that passes all understanding!