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Eating for Satisfaction and Enjoyment

4/24/2020

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Eating for Satisfaction and Enjoyment
As my husband and I have traveled to several different countries, we have done our best to try the various foods of the world.

In Brazil we ate many kinds of fresh fruits, which were picked right off the trees, and tapioca pancakes (much like crepes) with various fillings and toppings.

Israel introduced us to falafel and hummus with pita bread.

We continue to try to reproduce the satay chicken with peanut sauce we ate in Indonesia.

​And Italy, maybe my overall favorite, had an abundance of food on every corner in every city—breads, pastries, pastas, and, of course, gelato. 
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But one doesn’t have to travel the world for food options because American fare has no lack of possibilities. In fact being a “foodie” has become a hobby to many these days. We are drawn to what looks good, what foods are trending, and what our taste buds are craving. Food makes us satisfied, and food makes us happy. ​

We have made food a priority in our daily life

Very few of us need to be reminded to eat. Most of us eat three meals a day with snacks in between. The only time we go without food is when we avoid it for dietary or intentional reasons such as fasting.

I love the wording of Jeremiah in the Bible when he said, “Thy words were found, and I did eat them.” Are we eating the Word of God like we are eating our food for the day? Too many of us grab a quick on-the-go verse or maybe even a chapter and think that will sustain us. In fact, we feel pretty good about our quick devotional time. It’s almost like we are doing God a favor. But God isn’t the one who gets built up in the faith or protected from the enemy by our devotional time. Reading the words of life from the Scripture is for our benefit.
Do we crave God’s love letter to bring us satisfaction and joy? ​Jeremiah 15:16 goes on to say, “Thy Word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart.” Life is more than filling our bellies with the delicacies of food. It is filling our hearts with the truth from Scripture. Following God’s way is the path to true freedom and happiness. 

Most of us have no excuse for not feasting on God’s Word

It is available to us in abundance. We have paper copies, audio copies, and electronic copies.
  • ​Preachers preach the Word
  • Study Bibles explain the Word
  • Language study gives fuller meaning to the Word
  • Cultural study helps put the Word in context
There is so much more to eating the Word than just a quick grab-n-go. 

​Experiencing a variety of international foods can be such a fun way to increase our knowledge of the world of food. 

Likewise, taking time to experience the truths of Scripture can open up a whole new world of spiritual understanding and a new level of spiritual rejoicing. Are we eating of the bounty in God’s Word for satisfaction and enjoyment?
“Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and Thy Word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by Thy name, O LORD God of hosts.” Jeremiah 15:16
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Share with us how you intentionally dig deep in the Word?

​We love truth, don’t we? We yearn for it! We need it. We want to know what the Bible says about truth. We long for the truth of God’s Word to permeate our everyday lives so that we never question, even on the bad days.

​I know no other book of the Bible that says more about truth than Proverbs. The book of Proverbs is full of truth. In Proverbs 14:1-12, Solomon tells us the best place to seek truth is in God’s Word. So let’s do that!
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Tea With Jennifer link
4/24/2020 07:34:22 pm

Yes, I agree Debbie having a very nutritious meal in the Word is important each day!
Just like food we need a balance of nutrients, protein & complex carbs to sustain is until the next meal.
It's the same with God's Word & our time with Him. It needs to be well balanced in the meat of the Word, nourishing our souls to give us the right strength & energy for the day in Him. Until our next quiet time.
You're most welcome to join me in a cuppa,
Bless you,
Jennifer

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Debbie
4/25/2020 10:30:14 am

Yes, milk is great, but we need the meat to make us strong mature Christians. This is what will help us through life to joyfully bring glory to God in spite of our circumstances. Thanks, Jennifer.

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Kristin link
4/27/2020 07:57:10 am

"Do we crave God’s love letter to bring us satisfaction and joy?" YES! Love this! Thank you!

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Debbie
4/27/2020 10:07:34 am

By your response I am sensing an exciting Christian life for you, Kristin! God bless as your enthusiasm influences others to desire Him.

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Laurie Hampton link
4/27/2020 08:42:49 am

Such wise words. I love how you said "It’s almost like we are doing God a favor." I used devotions in this way for many years, patting myself on the back when I was consistent, like I had done God a favor. As I have matured and fell head over heels in love with Jesus, time and time again; I am humbled that He would love me so.

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Debbie
4/27/2020 10:12:26 am

Thank you for your transparent testimony, Laurie! So many of us can relate. What a joy it is to come to the realization that it's all about God and not about us!

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Beth Steffaniak link
4/27/2020 10:53:04 am

I resonate with Jeremiah's words, Debbie. Getting into God's word each day is always the highlight of my day! Thanks for this inspiring word of encouragement! Pinning and tweeting!

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Debbie
4/28/2020 05:59:30 pm

Thanks, Beth. Once you "taste and see" that it is good, you want to keep "eating"!

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