GIVE US THIS DAY THE FOOD WE NEED

Welcome to  'Give us  this day the food we need', your haven for spiritual nourishment! Here, we'll dive into the richness of God's Word, exploring its depths and applying its truths to everyday life. As we pray in Matthew 6:11 (NLT), "Give us today the food we need," we'll seek to feast on the Bread of Life, growing in faith and spiritual maturity together. Join me daily  on this journey of discovery, reflection, and devotion, as we hunger and thirst for righteousness."

The Importance of Daily Food Human beings  need daily food

    Daily food is essential to human survival, health, and productivity. It serves not just as fuel for the body, but also as a keystone of physical development, mental sharpness,  interaction. Here are some major reasons why daily food is important:

1. Physical Sustenance and Energy

Food provides the calories and nutrients the body needs to function. Carbohydrates give quick energy, proteins build and repair tissues, fats support cell growth, and vitamins and minerals regulate vital processes like digestion and immunity.

 Without daily food, the body begins to break down its own tissues for energy, leading to weakness, weight loss, and eventually, organ failure.

2. Mental Clarity and Brain Health

The brain uses a significant portion of the body's energy—about 20%—so it requires a steady supply of glucose and nutrients to stay sharp and focused. Nutrient-rich meals help with memory, concentration, and emotional regulation.

        Growth and Development

   For children and adolescents, daily food is crucial for physical growth and brain development. Malnutrition during these stages can lead to stunted growth, delayed milestones, and reduced academic performance.

   A child who eats well grows well—physically, mentally, and socially.

  

A balanced daily diet strengthens the immune system. Vitamins like A, C, and E, and minerals like zinc and iron, help the body fight infections and recover from illness more quickly.

Just as we, human beings need physical food for physical growth and development and to keep on living , the people of God need the spiritual food to  for spiritual  growth and to keep on living  spiritually,, - to keep  on growing in faith, in the love of God and in the Lord Jesus Christ.

THE  IMPORTANCE OF SPIRITUAL FOOD FOR THE CHILDREN  AND PEOPLE OF GOD

Our world today is saturated with

 unspiritual voices: carnal, profane unpleasant stories, carnal, unprofitable philosophies,   unprofitable theories and distractions. Yet there remains one 

worthy, significant voice that still speaks to the soul with unfailing truth: the compelling, authoritative voice of God through the bible. The Word of God is the food of the soul and spirit. Whereby we can live, grow and develop spiritually 

  The psalmist exclaimed that God's Word was sweeter than honey, more valuable than gold, and more essential than food. Jeremiah found joy in it. Job esteemed it more than his daily bread. Peter acknowledged that only Christ’s words bring eternal life.

1. Psalm 119:16 - "I will delight in your statutes; I will not forget your word."

2. Psalm 119:47 - "I delight in your commands because I love them."

3. Jeremiah 15:16 - "Your words came, and I ate them; they were my joy and my heart's delight."

4. Psalm 1:2 - "But whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night."

These scriptures highlight the importance of finding joy and delight in God's Word.

When we desire the Word of God, searching the scriptures,we are doing  ourselves a world of good,  because we are involved in the activity of seeking  the knowledge, thoughts, wills and plans, of God

“Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart.” – Jeremiah 15:16

Let us return to the Word daily—not out of duty, but desire. Like newborn babies cry for milk, let our souls long for His voice, His truth, and His presence through Scripture.

Do you crave the Word of God more than daily entertainment, food, or social media?

Have you tasted the sweetness of Scripture in recent days?

Prayer:

Blessed father give me fresh hunger for Your Word. Let it not grow stale or distant to me. Feed me today with truth, hope, and joy from Your mouth. Amen.

 Why the Word of God Should Be Loved and Desired

 The Word of God is precious, valuable 

preciousness

Here are some scriptures that highlight the value and magnificence of God's Word:

God's Word is More Valuable than Gold  Psalm 19:10 l: "They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb." This verse emphasizes the intrinsic worth of God's commandments and teachings, surpassing even the most sought-after material wealth.

Psalm 119:72: "The law from Your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver." The psalmist expresses a deep appreciation for God's law, valuing it above vast material wealth.

 Proverbs 8:10-11: "Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold." This proverb underscores the superiority of wisdom and understanding over financial gain.

Just as physical food and water sustain our bodies, the spiritual food and water of God's Word sustain our souls, enabling God's people to thrive spiritually.

Here are several Scriptures that show why the Word of God should be loved 

1. Psalm 119:97

“Oh how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the day.”

Reason: The Word of God is worthy of love because it brings continual meditation, guidance, and delight.

The word of God is sweet

Psalm 119:103

“How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!”

Reason: The Word is spiritually nourishing and satisfying, more desirable than even the sweetest natural food.

Jeremiah 15:16

“Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart...”

Reason: The Word brings joy and heart-rejoicing in times of need and restoration.

Job 23:12

“I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary food.”

The Reason: The Word is more essential than daily food—it sustains spiritual life and purpose.

 Proverbs 2:1–5

The word of God is precious and  valuable

   “If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God.”

The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul... More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.”

Reason : Loving and desiring God’s Word like a hidden treasure leads to wisdom, understanding, and the fear of the Lord  6. Psalm 1:2

“But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.”

Reason: Those who delight in God's Word find stability, fruitfulness, and spiritual prosperity.

1 Peter 2:2

A heart that desires the Word grows in maturity, faith, and grace. - “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby.”

 

Psalm 19:7–10

The word of God is perfectThe Law of the LORD is perfect, restoring life. making foolish people wise.

Reason: The Word is perfect, sure, right, pure, and to be desired more than wealth or pleasures.

Psalm 19 (Amplified Bible

8. The law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the [whole] person; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.

9. The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure and bright, enlightening the eyes.

9. Romans 10:17

 “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”

Reason: The Word births and strengthens faith, which is essential for pleasing God.

 10. John 6:68

 “Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life.”

Reason: Only the Word of Christ offers eternal life—it is the bread that never perishes.

. Matthew 4:4

“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”