Psalms 144:13

That our garners may be full, affording all manner of store: that our sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in our streets:

Psalms 144:13 (KJV)

Context

Psalm 144 is a prayer of King David for deliverance and victory over his enemies. In this verse, David asks God to bless the land and the flocks of the people. The word “garners” means storehouses or granaries where grain is kept. Full garners picture a harvest so rich that there is more than enough food for everyone.

David also prays that the sheep may bring forth “thousands and ten thousands in our streets.” In ancient Israel, sheep were a main source of wealth, providing wool, milk, and meat. Many translations say “in our fields,” but the Hebrew word can mean open places where flocks gather. This prayer is for great increase and fertility among the animals.

Meaning

This verse shows David’s trust in God as the giver of all good things. He does not ask for wealth for selfish reasons. He asks for enough provision so that the whole community can live in safety and peace. The abundance of grain and sheep is a sign of God’s covenant blessing, a contrast to famine and scarcity.

The prayer also teaches that material blessings are not evil. They are gifts from God, but they must be received with gratitude and used wisely. David’s desire for full storehouses and multiplying flocks is part of a larger vision of a blessed and secure nation, where families and children thrive (Psalm 144:12).

Biblical connections

Throughout the Old Testament, God promises to bless obedience with fruitful harvests and healthy flocks (Deuteronomy 28:4). This verse echoes that promise, reminding Israel that prosperity comes from the Lord, not from human effort alone.

Application

We can apply this verse by examining our own attitudes toward provision. Do we depend on God for our daily needs, or do we trust only in our own work? When God gives us more than enough, we should be thankful and ready to share with others. Responsible stewardship means using blessings to help the needy and to honor God.

Reflection

Consider what your “garners” might be today: your home, your savings, your time, or your talents. Ask God to fill them, but also ask for a heart that remains humble and generous. True abundance is not just having much, but using what we have to bless others and to bring glory to God.