He humbled you, causing you to hunger and then feeding you with manna, which neither you nor your ancestors had known, to teach you that man does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD. (Deuteronomy 8:3; cf, Ex. 16)
Thoughts: In Exodus 16 it records that the Israelites were complaining against God that He has led them out into the desert to die of starvation. They grumbled against God that they had it better in Egypt where they had all the food they wanted (even though they were in slavery). In response to their grumbling, God did not alienate them but showed them grace and hospitality. He provided bread from heaven for them- that they called "manna." He also provided quail for them in the evening. God Himself is hospitable- even when we do not appreciate His care.
God teaches us we can depend on Him to provide for us- and to provide for us spiritually too.
Prayer: Thank you for your gracious care for us- even when we do not appreciate it or when we complain.
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