After Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, the Holy Spirit led him out into the wilderness where he was tempted by the devil for 40 days. One way Satan tempted Jesus was that he told him to command stones to
become bread so he would have something to eat. Look at how Jesus responded.
become bread so he would have something to eat. Look at how Jesus responded.
But he answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” – Matthew 4:4
To Jesus, God’s word was more important than physical food! Even when he’d gone a long time without food, it was more important to him to have the word of God than bread.
Unfortunately, we often have a very different view on the importance of God’s word in our lives. We’re very intentional about eating physical food, usually 3 times a day. But for many Christians, spending time in
God’s word is not seen as being on the same level. God’s word is often seen as a nice addition to our lives if we can find the time. Once everything else is done, then maybe we’ll spend a few minutes in God’s
word. The result? Christians all over are starving spiritually.
Maybe that’s where you are. You only get into God’s word when it’s convenient, and you’re starving. We can’t expect to be Spiritually without spending time hearing from God through his word on a regular basis. I hope you’ll take what Jesus said seriously, because it’s true! Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.