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Are You Tired of the Manna?

5/29/2020

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Are You Tired of the Manna?
The year was 2014. Every morning I dreaded getting out of bed to start another day. It was a hard year to say the least. I really needed to see the Lord work in a special way. I determined to begin the year by asking God for miracles, and I started a list in my journal for those miracles. Day after day passed with weariness, but my miracle list began to grow. If I were to show you that list today, you would think 2014 was the best year of my life!

Being a Christian brings with it many blessings, but life, even the Christian life, is full of challenges. Moving forward in God’s ways and in God’s work takes intentionality and effort. ​Although Paul admonishes us to “not be weary in well doing,” every season of our lives brings unique reasons for being tired. When we focus on the challenges the blessings fade into the background, and our attitude can take a downward spiral.
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When I read about the Israelites, I see they struggled with their trials too. God miraculously delivered them from slavery out of Egypt. He revealed Himself to them by His miracles, care, and guidance. Yet, their focus was misplaced, and their attitude was horrible much of the time.
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​For example, look at the miracle of the manna which was their food provision in the desert. We need to realize we are probably talking about two million people. Can we even imagine how much food that would take to satisfy them? They were in a desert. Where could they find enough food to feed this nation?  “Then said the LORD unto Moses, Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you; and the people shall go out and gather a certain rate every day” (Exodus 16:4).
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This was amazing! The Bible describes the manna as “bread from heaven, corn from heaven, like wafers made with honey.” Hebrew writers referred to it as angels’ food.
God was taking care of His people in a miraculous way with angels’ food from heaven! What was the response of the Israelites? In their own words from Numbers 11:6, “our soul is dried away; there is nothing at all, beside this manna, before our eyes.” Can you hear the disgust and complaining in this verse? We look at the Israelites and shake our heads at their ungratefulness, but is God looking down at His people today and shaking His head at us for getting tired of our manna? Are we tired of our daily routines, work, household chores, tired of our families and friends, tired of church and our ministries? We do not want to be described like the ungrateful Israelites!  We need to choose gratitude over bad attitude.
Are you tired of the manna—God’s wonderful blessings and provisions in your life? God gives us each new day as a gift. Lamentations 3:22, 23 remind us that “the Lord’s mercies…are new every morning!” Count your blessings and be careful not to tire of your manna.
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When we find ourselves tired of the manna—tired of our daily routine, work, chores, families, friends, church and ministries, how do we intentionally choose gratitude over bad attitude?
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Karen Del Tatto link
5/29/2020 11:07:41 am

"Choose gratitude over attitude." I need this tattooed over my eyes in this season of weariness I find myself in. I am frankly burned out doing church ministry things. Since this pandemic began I have been doing some sort of ministry work without a day off. Ministry work is joyful work, but lately it is getting heavier as the needs of the people are getting heavier...

Thank you for reminding me that all that we do during our days is manna from Heaven. (The works God ordained for us to do before the worlds began). The Lord does not ask us to do anything that He isn't already planning on being right there with us in the work. I think when we attempt to do things in our own strength is where the attitude comes from.

Thanks for a thought provoking and convicting post. The Lord knew what I needed to hear.

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Patsy Burnette link
6/1/2020 04:33:48 pm

Bless your heart! I'm glad you found this post today. "The Lord does not ask us to do anything that He isn't already planning on being right there with us in the work." <—That is so true, Karen!

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Beth link
6/1/2020 10:14:47 am

I'm trying to be more grateful, especially in times of transition, difficulty and loss, Debbie and Patsy. It's probably the best time, as you've pointed out, Debbie, to praise and thank God. Something about it always lifts our spirits and reminds us of just how good and loving our Father is! Praying for you, Debbie! I hope Patsy keeps us updated on how things are going for you!

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Patsy Burnette link
6/1/2020 04:37:22 pm

Thank you so much for praying for Debbie, Beth! I'm commenting for her since she's in the hospital receiving these high doses of chemo right now. But I did receive an email from her this morning. God is good, all the time! —Patsy

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Ashley Rowland | HISsparrowBlog link
6/1/2020 10:39:23 am

Tired of my manna. I love that expression. It's so easy to fall into the same trap the Israelites did. Thanks for the reminder today, and I pray the time passes quickly for Patsy, for the strength to endure, and the reminder that she's not alone.

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Patsy Burnette link
6/1/2020 04:42:18 pm

Ashley, I find myself acting so much like the Israelites sometimes. I want to be thankful for my daily manna and yet I can be so ungrateful. Thank you for praying for Debbie!

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Joanne Viola link
6/1/2020 04:59:08 pm

I am trying to be more grateful and content in these days. God's provision is daily and for that I am most thankful.

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Patsy Burnette link
6/1/2020 05:29:20 pm

Yes it is, Joanne. And I am with you on trying to be more grateful and content with my manna in these crazy times we're living in.

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Kristin link
6/1/2020 09:38:46 pm

"Choose gratitude over attitude"- I need to post this by my kitchen sink as a daily reminder :) Thanks for this encouraging post!

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Patsy Burnette link
6/2/2020 05:33:37 am

Kristin, I've got it on a sticky note posted in several places—my planner, bathroom mirror, dashboard of my car. I need this constant reminder, especially lately!

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