The three basic products produced by the ancient Israeli farmer were grain, wine, and oil. So, barns full of harvested grain and vats full of wine and oil symbolized prosperity on all levels. But we find within this Proverb the all-important word…then. For our relationship with God is reciprocal…a mutual give & take…and contingent on our trust & obedience that God will take care of all our needs. That’s why it states to give the first Fruits, the best part of the crop to honor God, not the end of Season meager gleanings from empty fields, trees, and vines. For in expressing our gratitude for God’s favor with these first Fruits, we also acknowledge that it’s Him that indeed controls all of nature, rain, and climate.
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