As I write this post I am also thinking about breakfast. We all look forward to three square meals a day. There are really only two occasions when hunger will not bring us to the table at the appointed times. Lack of hunger is a sign of either sickness or death. Loss of appetite is an indicator of a problem.
According to Jesus spiritual hunger and thirst is an indicator normalcy as well. He said in Matthew 5:6, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." The grammar of the Greek indicates an ongoing desire for all that God is. Once we have tasted and seen that the Lord is good our appetite for him is sharpened. Those who have never become poor in spirit look everywhere to satisfy the emptiness within but never are able to succeed. Only God and his righteousness will fill that void.
Even Christians are cautioned in scripture to avoid that which will dull their spiritual appetite. We are instructed to make no provision for the flesh and to walk in the Spirit. On the other hand, we are to sharpen our spiritual appetite by our devotion to God and his word. Bible study, prayer, scripture memory and Christian service are all means to keep our appetite for righteousness healthy. Experience the fullness in life that good spiritual food provides. Come and dine on the righteousness of God.
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