JUNE 11, 2013
Savor
Every Bite
Read: Psalm
119:97-104
How sweet are Your words to
my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! —Psalm 119:103
My
wife Martie often tells me, “Joe, you eat too fast! Slow down and enjoy your
meal.” I’m usually done long before she is, because she takes the time to savor
every bite.
I
wonder how many of us rush through reading God’s Word without really savoring
it. The psalmist said about it, “How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter
than
honey to my mouth!” (Ps. 119:103). That sounds good to me!
What
are the benefits of delighting in the rich food of scripture? A daily meal of
God’s
Word helps to keep anxiety, pride, fear, and temptation from plaguing our
undernourished hearts, and strengthens us for a victorious journey. The Word
gives us wisdom and understanding (vv.98-100). And it helps restrain our feet
from evil (v.101). Just as
our digestive system distributes nutrients to our
bodies, God’s Word, when digested,
nourishes our minds, our emotions, and our
will.
Rather
than grabbing the Word on the run just before dashing out the door, it’s
important to read it at a time and in a place where we can really fellowship with
God.
Take
the time and enjoy savoring the richness of God’s Word.
Thank You, Father, for the gift of Your Word. Please
forgive us for the times when we’ve rushed through
reading without taking the time to savor the richness
of its meaning. Help us to listen to Your voice.
God’s Word provides the ingredients we need to thrive
spiritually.
Source:
Our Daily Bread 2012
