1. But live on every word of God (1-5)

God told the Israelites to be careful to follow all his commands. Why? So that they may live and increase in number and take possession of the Promised Land. For this, he disciplined the Israelites in the wilderness for 40 years. He humbled them and tested their hearts until they learned that man does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD. God taught that he alone is LORD through feeding them with manna. Their feet never tired, their sandals never wore out with their LORD.

2. Remember the LORD your God (6-20)

But the real danger comes after God blesses them abundantly. Men easily forget God and say proudly, 'my power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me.' But we should remember the LORD God who gave the ability to produce all. If we forget him and follow other gods, we will surely be destroyed for disobeying God.


Application: Lord, help me to live on your word. Let me remember you in the midst of your blessings.
One Word: Man does not live on bread alone but on the word of God.