Shalom, Mitspacha!
A DESERT INCIDENT: THE CRY FOR MEAT
“And the mixt multitude that was among them fell a lusting… Who shall give us flesh to eat?”
– Bemidbar 11:4
In the wilderness, the people faced a moment of deep dissatisfaction. Though YHVH had provided manna daily with unwavering faithfulness, the people allowed longing to overshadow gratitude. The craving for meat grew louder than their remembrance of YHVH’s provision, and the camp’s unrest began to spread like wildfire.
This incident reveals how quickly the heart can drift when desire is allowed to rule. What began as a simple complaint escalated into a communal cry that distorted priorities, weakened trust, and stirred unnecessary turmoil. YHVH used this moment to teach Yisrael that unchecked cravings blind the spirit, while gratitude sharpens discernment and strengthens faith.
The wilderness exposed hearts — not to condemn, but to refine.
“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”
– Qolossim 3:2
When desire outweighs gratitude, perspective shifts and restlessness grows. The call today is to guard the heart from cravings that lead to agitation. Restoration begins when we choose thankfulness and trust over dissatisfaction.
Today’s focus is cultivating gratitude. Before responding to a desire or frustration, pause and ask:
– Am I valuing what YHVH has already given?
– Is this desire leading me toward shalom or away from it?
– Have I allowed dissatisfaction to cloud my discernment?
Abba YHVH, guard our hearts from restless desires and teach us to value Your daily provision. Help us to walk in gratitude, contentment, and discernment, so that our steps remain aligned with Your wisdom and our actions uphold peace among Your people.
Baruch YHVH.
Shalom until tomorrow.