1 Kings 8:1-30; Jeremiah 15:1-21; Philippians 1:1-20
When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee. Proverbs 23:1
And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite. Proverbs 23:2
In a world abundant with tempting foods, it is easy to overindulge. But gluttony leads to negative consequences, both physically and spiritually. Choosing moderation over gluttony allows us to honour our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 6:19). Often we criticize the world for its unrestrained pursuit of immoral pleasures while we are equally guilty when it comes to our eating. May the Lord help us to embrace moderation, taking care of our bodies as vessels for His glory. —Sid Halsband
What blessings bounteous heaven bestows, he takes with thankful heart;
With temperance he both eats and drinks, and gives the poor a part. –Needham