OCTOBER 17, 2024
READ: Exodus 16 (Focus vs.11-19)
MEMORY VERSE
“Moses said to them, “It is the bread the Lord has given you to eat.” Exodus 16:15
BACKGROUND
The world was amazed when four siblings ages one to thirteen were found alive in Colombia’s Amazon jungle in June 2023. The siblings had survived forty days in the jungle after a plane crash, which killed their mother.
The children, who were familiar with the jungle’s harsh terrain, hid from wild animals in tree trunks, collected water from streams and rain in bottles, and ate food such as cassava flour from the wreckage. They also knew which wild fruits and seeds were safe to eat.
God sustained the siblings.
Their incredible story reminds me of how God miraculously sustained the Israelites in the desert for forty years, which is recorded in the books of Exodus and Numbers and mentioned throughout the Bible. He preserved their lives so that they would know He was their God.
God turned bitter spring water into drinkable water, provided water from a rock twice, and guided His people in a pillar of cloud by day and pillar of fire by night.
He also provided manna for them. “Moses said to them, ‘It is the bread the Lord has given you to eat. This is what the Lord has commanded: Everyone is to gather as much as they need’ ” (Exodus 16:15-16).
The same God provides us with “our daily bread” (Matthew 6:11). We can trust Him to provide for our needs “according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19). What a mighty God we serve!
By: Nancy Gavilanes
INSIGHT
The children of Israel experienced God’s provision in the wilderness for forty years (see Exodus 16:35; Nehemiah 9:20-21). The Scriptures are full of reminders of how God faithfully provides for us.
One great promise is found in the book of Lamentations, a collection of laments over the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians.
The bleak collection of poems is full of sadness, but there in the midst of lament and despair we discover a timeless, priceless jewel: “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness” (Lamentations 3:22-23).
Even in seasons of dark lament, God’s faithfulness shines.
By: Bill Crowder
APPLICATION
How have you experienced God’s provision? What are you currently trusting Him for?
PR’s RE-EMPHASIS (From Post)
“Even in seasons of dark lament, God’s faithfulness shines.”
PR’s (PASTOR RICHARD) TAKE
He may not give us what we want all the time but He certainly takes care of ALL our needs all the time. pr
“The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.” Psalm 23:1-3
PRAYER
‘Dear God, thank You for providing for my every need.”
TODAY’S HYMN/WORSHIP/PRAISE/GOSPEL SONG
“PROVIDER” Urban Rescue
I believe You are able
I believe You are good
I believe You are with me
Even now.
I believe You are greater
Than every mountain that I face
I believe You will supply all I need
You’re all I need
‘Til the ocean runs dry
My God is my provider
Though my heart, it may fail
Your love will light the way
And if there’s one thing I know
I know that You are with me
You’re my provider
Would You speak
I am listening
I can’t do this on my own
So I will lift up my eyes
For my help is found in You
Found in You.
‘Til the ocean runs dry
My God is my provider
Though my heart, it may fail
Your love will light the way
And if there’s one thing I know
I know that You are with me
You’re my provider
My provider
You’re my provider
My provider
You’re my provider
I believe You are able
I believe You are good
I believe You are with me
Even now, even now.
‘Til the ocean runs dry
My God is my provider
Though my heart, it may fail
Your love will light the way
And if there’s one thing I know
I know that You are with me
You’re my provider
My provider
You’re my provider
My provider…
READING THROUGH THE BIBLE THIS YEAR (DAILY)
1 CORINTHIANS 14
