Strong Tower
A daily scripture exposition.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Leviticus 11:21-22 NLT
“You may, however, eat winged insects that walk along the ground and have jointed legs so they can jump. The insects you are permitted to eat include all kinds of locusts, bald locusts, crickets, and grasshoppers.”
God’s lens
Today’s referenced scripture states that the people of Israel may eat all kinds of locusts, crickets, and grasshoppers. The word “may” in this context suggests that consumption was not mandatory but rather an option given to the people. It is important to note that while the consumption of locusts, crickets, and grasshoppers is acceptable in the eyes of God, it is not a requirement for righteousness.
Locusts are known to cause widespread destruction to crops and vegetation, while grasshoppers are invasive, and as such, one might have expected God to order their destruction on sight. However, God instructed the people to consume them instead. This was not only because they were nutritious but also because it was a means of controlling the population of locusts and preventing further damage to the agricultural produce of the people of Israel.
In summary, God is the ever-constant problem solver, and His method always results in a win-win for whoever follows it. Friends, let’s endeavour to pursue all challenges using God’s lens.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, please help me overcome any spiritual locust infestation in my life through the name of Jesus. Amen.
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