Mark 8:6-7
Then, taking the seven loaves he gave thanks, broke them,
and gave them to his disciples to distribute,
and they distributed them to the crowd.
They also had a few fish.
Eat your veggies! Most of us know very well how important it is to eat a balanced diet of proper amounts of vegetables, protein, and carbs, with not too much sugar and limits on processed foods. But do we? Ha, I am not throwing a guilt trip out there but I do want to make a comparison to our spiritual life.
We know we should go to church, and follow the commandments, and try to see our faults (hint, ask your best friend) and learn to love one another. But do we? The crowds in this passage were so "hungry" for the word of God, that they camped out for three days to see Jesus, and be near Him. Jesus was concerned that if he sent them on their way that some would collapse (Mark 8:3)
My prayer today is that we will find some time to consider how important it is for us to maintain a strong faith in the presence of God. Reading the word of God is as good a " spiritual food source" as any.
