Feast and Famine

What do you think of when you read feast and famine? Farming, crops, employment, finances?

When I write about feast and famine today, I’m not speaking of physical nourishment, or agriculture. I am however speaking about the soul as it relates to reading our scriptures.

We are told that we should “feast on the words of Christ”. When I think of feasting I immediately think of myself at a buffet making the owner think about taking the sign down. Likewise, we should be taking the lessons and stories inside the scriptures into our spiritual bellies.

I have seen so many blessings by reading the scriptures. First of all, reading the scriptures is what help in my conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Being able to read from the Book of Mormon and compare it to what I know of the Holy Bible was a great experience. Knowing that the Savior came to the Americas to further spread His gospel is nothing short of a miracle. The scriptures have helped me find purpose in my life. Because of this I know that I once lived with Heavenly Father. I know that I have a purpose in this life. I know that If I live a good life and hold true to God’s commandment then I will be able to return to Him. These truths give me joy and I’m thankful for the gospel.

Unfortunately though, when talking about feasting, there is also the famine. The famine is when there is no food, or sustenance. There are times when I don’t get the spiritual nourishment that I need. This comes as a result of not reading my scriptures as often as I should. Similar to when I don’t get the opportunity to take sacrament, I feel like there is a void. I know that if we don’t eat then our bodies will begin to shut down because we need that nourishment. The same is true for our spiritual bodies. We need to make sure that it gets the spiritual food it needs in order to stay healthy. If not, our spirit will starve.

I what to leave you with my testimony that I know the gospel is true and that this is the true church of Christ on the earth today. I hope that you will study the scriptures often and be blessed for it.