God had a plan for me before I was born. He set His plan to save me from my sinful nature, where I followed false gods and drowned in evil. He saw my misery, but He loved me anyway.

Scripture:

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born, I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.”

Jer. 1:5

“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” 

Psalm 139:13-16

When God opened my eyes, He gave me solid food to eat, not just milk. He stirred up a hunger in me that I had never felt before, and He satisfied it with His spiritual food.

Then He kept making me hungry for more of His food (truth), giving me more insight, more understanding, and showing me how everything in creation is in harmony, and how wisdom is available to anyone who sincerely asks for it.

Scripture:

 “For everyone who lives on milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, since he is a child. But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil”

Hebrews 5:12-14

That made me desire His Word more and more.
One must actually taste the spiritual food that the Lord offers. He feeds us real food, spiritual food, real truth, the real reality: THE SPIRITUAL.

What is Spiritual Food?

God’s Word is referred to as milk.

“Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation.”

1 Peter 2:2

The deeper teachings are referred to as Meat.

“I gave you milk, not solid food, for you were not yet ready for it. Indeed, you are still not ready.”

1 Corinthians 3:2

“And he humbled you and let you hunger and fed you with manna, which you did not know, nor did your fathers know, that he might make you know that man does not live by bread alone, but man lives by every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord.”

Deuteronomy 8:3

In my daily readings, I have wholeheartedly embraced an EXPOSITORY approach when engaging with the Bible. Every page I turn, every verse I ponder upon, my passion for discovering its deep meaning only intensifies. From its rich narratives to its profound teachings, the Bible captivates my soul and fuels my fervor to explore its truths. Embracing this expository method has truly invigorated my spiritual journey, igniting a flame within me that burns with utter devotion and unwavering enthusiasm.

Expository?

An expository approach involves a verse-by-verse examination of the scripture. This method seeks to present the truths, concepts, and principles taught by a scripture passage. It involves a thorough “exegesis” of the passage, which means a critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture. This means I do not impose a meaning on a passage but seek the meaning from the words and grammar of the passage.

It is a prevalent tendency among people to engage in eisegesis, which entails interpreting the Scriptures in a manner that conforms to their own desires and preconceived notions, rather than allowing the Word of God to speak for itself. This tendency can lead to misinterpretations and the misuse of the divine Word. However, we are truly fortunate to have the Holy Spirit as our guide. The Holy Spirit corrects and directs us, helping us avoid the pitfalls of eisegesis. By relying on the Holy Spirit, we can ensure a proper understanding and application of the Scriptures, allowing the Word of God to speak truth into our lives.

Scripture is our bread and water, it’s a physical book with human words, but the Holy Spirit gives us the meaning as the Father wills.

We should be grateful for the knowledge that God has revealed to us, and eager to learn more. But we should also accept that God’s wisdom is beyond our comprehension, and we don’t have to pursue every mystery. The thing is we see more clearly as we grow, not because anything has changed, but because we have changed, by the power of regeneration.

The Word of God is not just a worldly guide on how to succeed as a person, but it is a powerful and dynamic force. It is living, active, and constantly moving. This understanding helps us to realize that our growth in faith and understanding is a lifelong journey, where we continually delve deeper into the mysteries and wisdom that God reveals to us. As we open ourselves to the transformative power of God’s word, we are shaped and molded into better versions of ourselves.

This process of growth and transformation is not limited to just gaining knowledge, but it also involves putting that knowledge into action. The Word of God should not remain confined to the pages of a book, but it should actively guide our thoughts, words, and deeds. When we allow the Word to permeate every aspect of our lives, we experience its living and active nature.

Just as a river constantly flows and moves, the Word of God is always in motion. It has the power to bring about change, restoration, and healing. It speaks to us in different ways at different times, always meeting us where we are and guiding us towards where we need to be. As we surrender ourselves to the authority of God’s Word, we find ourselves transformed from the inside out.

So, let us not approach the Word of God as a stagnant text, but rather as a living message from our Creator. Let us be open to its guidance, allow it to shape our lives, and trust in its power to bring about transformation and renewal.