I like fast food, but fast food does not like me. It is notoriously high in calories and fat. When it comes to nutrition our home cooked food is usually the most nutritious. Similarly, when we look to spiritual fare, not everything that is quick, attractively packaged,and easily consumed is good for you. It may be convenient, but that does not mean it is nutritious. Nutritious fare that feeds us spiritually may take a little more time and effort, but the payoff is worth it. Those who really hunger for spiritual truth will examine the scriptures (Acts 17:11). If bread for the belly is important, how much more important is spiritual food (Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 4:4)?There is no shortage of fast food joints that offer quick devotional material. Many are willing to offer prepackaged fare that is false and unhealthy (Jeremiah 8:8; 1 Timothy 6:3-5). It may look and sound good, but it is far from healthy. They may promise a delicious meal to eat, but in reality, it may not be all that good for you. It is our responsibility to seek healthy food (1 Peter 2:2). When we take the time to really dig in and study the Word of God we find it to be good food (Psalm 119:103; Jeremiah 15:16), If you are really hungry for good food, don’t settle for fast food. We are invited to a banquet table with the richest of fare, so why would we want to settle for that which really does not satisfy (Isaiah 55:2; Matthew 22:1-4).
