Not By Bread Alone

This powerful message centers on Deuteronomy 8:3, reminding us that our lives cannot be sustained by physical provisions alone, but require the spiritual nourishment of God's word. We're challenged to understand that the source of our blessings matters more than the blessings themselves—God as our provider is more important than what He provides. The sermon draws a compelling parallel to the Israelites in the wilderness, who received daily manna and learned to trust God one day at a time. This teaches us a profound lesson about faith: God doesn't want us hoarding yesterday's blessings or worrying about tomorrow's needs. Instead, He calls us to daily dependence, gathering fresh spiritual nourishment each morning. The message confronts us with honest questions about our stewardship—are we truly honoring God with our tithes and offerings, or are we robbing Him while paying the world its due? There's a beautiful promise woven throughout: when we position ourselves correctly through obedience, study of Scripture, and faithful giving, God opens windows of blessing we cannot contain. We're reminded that delay is not denial, and that God is working behind the scenes even when we cannot see it. The call is clear—we must put on our own oxygen mask first by filling ourselves with God's word before we can effectively help others breathe spiritually.