They traveled from Mount Hor by the way to the Red Sea, to go around the land of Edom. The soul of the people was very discouraged because of the journey. The people spoke against God and against Moses: 'Why have you brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? For there is no bread, there is no water, and our soul loathes this disgusting food!' Numbers 21:4'5 WEB.The Israelites slowly marched towards the promised land. It was only an eleven-day journey, according to Deuteronomy 1:2. However, it took them forty years because of their bad attitudes and disobedience. They were continually grumbling things like, "I am thirsty!", "Where is the food" and "Are we there yet?"
When God did provide food for them, they hated it. They despised manna, the bread from heaven! Numbers 11:6 tells us: "but now our whole being is dried up; there is nothing at all except this manna before our eyes!"
While they were busy complaining, God led them around and around the same mountain until they all died. The complainers never entered the promised land, for all of them died in the wilderness. Their children were allowed to go there later with Joshua and Caleb.
It is human nature to want to get where we are going. We set out to go somewhere, and we just want to get there. We are always looking at tomorrow: When the weekend comes we are going to' When our vacation comes, we are going to' When we retire, we are going to' Many times we are so focused on the future that we ignore what is happening around us today.
Remember this: Your life is happening now, while you are on this journey. Your attitude and how you react to events will determine how long it takes you to reach your goals. Delight yourself in the Lord, and then He will give you the desires of your heart. Enjoy today while it is still today, lighten up and laugh a little. Keep a positive attitude. Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift. That is why it is called the present.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You so much for the food You have provided for me. I appreciate it. Thank You for all that You do for me. Thank You that I am still breathing today. I am not ashamed to say that my help comes from You, Lord. I am truly grateful. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!Note: 'Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.' (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page:
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In Yeshua's name I ask, Amen.
Amen God thank you. In the name of Jesus Amen
Amen. My Mother, who was raised during the depression would always say "We have alot to be Thankful for".. She was so right! Thank you Heavenly Father for all Your blessings. Amen
We are very thankful and grateful for you being in our lives Jesus. Amen
Thank you Father in Heaven for the gift of today. I woke up and watched the clouds recede and the full moon prevailed and what a sight it was as I was on my my morning walk. Thank you for your love, patience, compassion but most of all, for your most precious Son Jesus who sacraficed his life for all of us. May the peace of Our Lord Jesus Christ be with us ALWAYS and FORVER! Amen!!
Amen Father I am so thankful for your blessings, You provide for my family daily.
I am very grateful for all my blessings in my life for it is jesus that made it possible amen
Thank You Father for all You do for me! Amen!
Thank you, Pastor Dion, for this timely reminder to be present and Delight in the Lord! Praising Him for this time with my mom!
Amen! Thank You Lord!
Heavenly Father I thank You for all You do for us, for this beautiful day You have place in front of us to enjoy it and the things that You have provided us through our journey. In the powerful name of Your Son Jesus Christ we pray, Amen.
Grateful for his devotional reminder Pastor, God bless you and Sylvia.
Amen thank you Father for this day, I plan to live it to my fullest and give you all the credit your the best Father ever!I Love you.
I laugh and shake my head when I think about the Israelites complaining about the manna. From the description in the Bible, it sounds yummy to me!
Yes, amen Lord
Thank you Heavenly Father for everything, Amen
Amen!