Near the Sea of Galilee in Israel stands a church built as a memorial to Jesus’ miraculous provision that fed over 5000 people. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John all give an account of this miracle. Luke says that Jesus “spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and healed
those who had need of healing” (Luke 9:10-16).
What an amazing day that must have been for those who came to listen to the teaching of the Messiah. Men, women and children gathered to hear about the kingdom of God. They were partaking of the “bread of life” and did not fully realize it. Then, the Lord multiplied 5 small loaves of bread and 2 fish, enough to feed the entire crowd with some left over.
Have you ever wondered if some people went home early that day? Perhaps they had other things to do or went home to grab a snack because they were hungry. Imagine what they must have felt like after hearing stories of the multitude being fed by miraculous provision!
When you are close to the kingdom of God, there is always enough.
Fasting is such a powerful spiritual discipline because it helps you break through worldly thinking and physical limitations so that you can recognize God’s supernatural provision.
As you continue to fast, setting aside these early days of the year to honor the Lord, pray and believe for this to be a year of supernatural provision. You may not have much, like that little boy’s lunch. But in the hands of the Lord, it is plenty. As long as the disciples kept what they had in their hands it was useless. But when they put it in the hands of the Master, then suddenly it was increased. May the work of your hands be abundantly blessed and prosperous this year!
8/25. MON. DAY 16: TARRY