Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty." ~ John 6:35 (NIV)
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Some people know they're hungry and thirsty for something in their life. They've tried to fill it up with whatever -- work, entertainment, food, chemical dependency -- but realize these are placebos, at best. They don't meet the real need. These folks should be easy to recognize, and believers in Jesus have the bread and water they need so desperately. So, believers, are we feeding them?
Some people don't know they're hungry or thirsty, spiritually. Life is good for them, and they see no need to put God in their mix. Yet, they are still in desperate need of Jesus, as we all are. So how do we stir up a hunger and thirst for God in them? Good question. I think by being a good listener. By being a friend. Eventually, something is going to hit them that turns their world upside down, and the earthly things they've relied on for stability and strength are going to crumble. Then they may realize how spiritually starving and parched they really are, and you can give them the blessed hope of Jesus Christ at a time when they can receive it.
People who are into healthy eating know how to recognize the 'full factor', so that they don't overeat. I hope you know the spiritual 'full factor' in Jesus. He truly meets all the heart and mind needs that we have, so that we shouldn't feel the need to get fed elsewhere. The question is: Do we? Do we get our nourishment from Him only, or do we succumb to earthly habits and addictions to try to meet our heart and mind needs? Hmm, a point to ponder today, for sure.
Joelene, step AWAY from the refrigerator...! :-)
Love,
Joelene
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