Zephaniah Who?

Be silent before the Lord GOD! For the day of the LORD is near, for the LORD has prepared a sacrifice, He has consecrated His guests. Zephaniah 1:7 

Zephaniah who…or maybe that should be where? Zephaniah means “he who the Lord has hidden.” The Lord consecrated His guests—did that mean that they were filled with the Holy Spirit? Consecrated—set apart. The day of the Lord is that day, that terrible day… For see, the day of the LORD is coming—the terrible day of His fury and fierce anger. The land will be made desolate, and all the sinners destroyed with it. Isaiah 13:9 NLT. That day is near—always near. The Lord continued the prophesy on Judah through Zephaniah saying… It will come about at that time that I will search Jerusalem with lamps, and I will punish the men who are stagnant in spirit, who say in their hearts, 'The LORD will not do good or evil!' Zephaniah 1:12.  Men who are stagnant…sluggish or apathetic…will be punished. Can we apply this to people of our times and place, too? Apathetic spirits, not caring about God? God is in our midst—whether we know it or not. He cares about us…about mankind—whether we want and seek His love or not. The LORD your God is in your midst, a victorious warrior. He will exult over you with joy, He will be quiet in His love, He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy. Zephaniah 3:17. Give God joy in your life…seek Him. Don’t be apathetic. The day of the Lord is near. Are you ready for Him? 

Prayer ~ Holy Spirit, consecrate my life. May I be a guest at Your table and bring You honor and glory in all that I think, do and say as the day of the Lord draws near. 

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

Since February is National Heart Month, it is a good time to consider eating good foods and exercising. Exercise at least 20 minutes every day and then feast on the bounty God has provided for us. Here are some healthy heart foods to consider in your menu planning:

·                 Chick peas – hummus, minestrone soup

·                 Sardines and salmon – high in omega 3’s

·                 Leafy greens – contain magnesium essential to a healthy heart – includes spinach, kale, Swiss chard, broccoli, romaine lettuce

·                 Wine – in moderation if your religion and personal conviction allow. Adults only, dilute if you wish, but do serve your kiddos concord grape juice, no sugar added.

·                 Milk – even almond or coconut milk – high in calcium and Vitamin D

·                 Almonds

·                 Oats

·                 Fresh fruits – in the colors of the rainbow

What can you do with these food items? How about a spinach salad with salmon, almonds, chick peas and a red wine vinegar and olive oil dressing? A little oatmeal with fresh blueberries, cinnamon, honey, and milk for breakfast rounds out the food list. So choose some healthy foods and feast on them, not just today or during February, but include good fresh foods at every meal all year around. Shop the outside aisles of your supermarket—that’s where the fresh foods are located. Enjoy a Banquet at the Lord’s Table.

© 2015 by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.

All scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise noted. Biblical search from Blue Letter Bible - http://v3.blueletterbible.org/search.cfm