Is Life More Than Food?

You are more valuable to God than any birds...
even the great Sandhill Cranes.
They migrate over eastern Washington.

Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, "That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don't plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds! Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? And if worry can't accomplish a little thing like that, what's the use of worrying over bigger things? Luke 12:22-26

Meditate on Life and Food.

 

… if worry can't accomplish a little thing like that, what's the use of worrying over bigger things? Good question! Jesus had just asked… Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? What is of value in your life? Food, clothes, nice car, beautiful home in a safe neighborhood, vacations to exotic places, an RV or boat, first edition books, large screen TVs—in more than one room in your home, money in the bank, and a large IRA for the future. Are you concerned about any of these things? Jesus tells us not to worry about everyday life. We are to store up our treasures in Heaven.

Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. Matthew 6:19-21

Are you worried about the future? Who will take care of you when you get old and feeble? Where will you live? Where and when will you die? Where will you go after you die—is there life after death? Jesus says not to worry, just as He did a little earlier in His ministry. He encouraged those following Him—especially the seventy who had been out to nearby cities for ministry. The same is good for us, too.

Then Jesus said, "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light." Matthew 11:28-30

The great Teacher said He’ll take everyone’s burdens. He took it all to the cross. Are you burdened by cares, unmet expectations, disappointments, questions about the future, or your relationship with the Lord? Best thing to do is pray…and seek some counsel with another Christian. Leave me a message below and we can dialog. Discussion is usually a good thing.

            What do you learn about Jesus in the scripture today that helps you deepen your relationship with Him?

 

Prayer – Lord Jesus, I lay all of my burden down at Your feet. Thank You for the assurance that we don’t have to worry—that You will be yoked with us and take our burdens. I am grateful to remember every day that You will never leave us or forsake us. My favorite promise.

 

Verses of Salvation – for saving your soul…not your body ~ Praise the Lord; praise God our savior! For each day he carries us in his arms. Our God is a God who saves! The Sovereign LORD rescues us from death. Psalm 68:19-20

 

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

What to eat? We do need food daily, although I know some who fast regularly…and fasting is definitely beneficial for one’s body and spirit. So, what to eat…or NOT eat!?

NOT Eat – nothing from sunrise to sunset. It’s OK to drink water.

With an 18-hour fast, a person can eat NO food for 18 hours, then eat normally for 6 hours. I’ve found it very beneficial for lowering and then maintaining weight, but I actually do more like a 16-hour fast, with still only two meals a day. As we get older, we don’t really need three meals a day! I sometimes have breakfast or brunch foods for a noontime lunch and then a light meal at suppertime. The hard thing is to stop eating in the evening! Don’t let carbs attack your appetite and drag you into the non-stop craving for chips, cookies, cake. It helps me to keep visualizing myself thinner and trying to convince myself that those carbs are NOT good-tasting. Good luck with that!

             What has kept you motivated about eating good foods? What do you think Jesus would eat if He had our food choices today? Share your comments with everyone in the Comments below.

 

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