So hungry were the people from the battle that they ate the food before them - the food of the enemy. It was unclean. It wasn’t kosher. It wasn’t prepared properly.

The same thing happens to me. If I don’t partake of the meat of the Word, I’ll end up eating the unclean meat of the world. If I’ve worked hard, focused like a laser, done battle - but haven’t taken time to dip into the honey of the Word, when the day is over, I’ll dive into a scoop of ice cream or two or a gallon. Then I’ll turn on the TV and watch a political debate where political analysts scream at each other for two hours. By that time, I’ll think I need a bowl of cereal. And before I know it, it’s two in the morning and I’m still hungry. But when I open the Bible, the most amazing thing happens. My eyes are enlightened. My soul is satiated. Suddenly I’m talking with the Lord and hearing from Him. And it’s wonderful - for it’s what I wanted all along.

Eat the honey before you get so discouraged and weary that you dive into carnal stuff. The best thing you can do to remain healthy and happy is to eat of the honey regularly. It will keep you from eating the unclean meat of the world. Pack a pocket New Testament instead of a calorie counter in your purse or pocket. Always keep at least a section of Scripture close at hand.