Manna
Manna, as described in the Bible, refers to the miraculous food provided by God to the Israelites during their 40 years of wandering in the wilderness after the Exodus from Egypt. The term "manna" comes from the Hebrew word "mān," which means "What is it?" This reflects the initial reaction of the Israelites when they first encountered this unfamiliar substance (Exodus 16:15). Manna is often described as being like coriander seed, white, and having a taste reminiscent of honey (Exodus 16:31). The significance of manna extends beyond its physical sustenance; it symbolizes God's provision and faithfulness. In Deuteronomy 8:3, it is noted that God allowed the Israelites to hunger and then fed them with manna to teach them that "man does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord." This highlights the spiritual lesson of reliance on God for both physical and spiritual nourishment. Moreover, in the New Testament, Jesus refers to Himself as the "bread of life," drawing a parallel between the manna that sustained the Israelites and the spiritual sustenance He offers to believers (John 6:31-35). Thus, manna is both a historical account of God's provision and a deeper metaphor for spiritual reliance on God.
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The Hidden Manna (Feb. 27, 1992)
By George Warnock1421:32:17PSA 42:11CO 2:2In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of waiting for God and not rushing through life. They compare waiting for God to riding an escalator - it carries you, but you still have to walk. The speaker believes that people in the past had more time for God than people do today with all the distractions of modern life. They encourage listeners to have a vision and hope for the future, specifically the hope of seeing God. The speaker also mentions the importance of timing and coordination in God's plan, using the example of astronauts needing to press a button at a specific moment to return to Earth.
The Hidden Manna
By G.W. North21152:32MAT 6:33HEB 2:17REV 2:17In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of a white stone in biblical times as a symbol of being found guiltless. The sermon emphasizes the importance of repentance and living a life that aligns with God's highest and best. The speaker encourages listeners to deeply internalize the principle of repentance and strive to be in line with God's intentions. The sermon also highlights the need for genuine praise and worship, not just repeating phrases, but truly understanding and embracing the truth behind them.
The Manna
By George Warnock2651:26:41EXO 16:33MAT 6:33JHN 10:272TI 3:16HEB 4:1REV 2:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that there is hope for this generation and for the people of God. However, this hope is not found in the world, but in those who align themselves with the armies of heaven and make a total commitment to God. The preacher highlights the importance of receiving a fresh word from God every day, just like the manna provided to the Israelites in the wilderness. God's provision is for a people who desire to be overcomers, and He offers the opportunity for all to be 100-fold overcomers. The preacher also references the story of Abraham and how God orchestrated the timing and circumstances for the great deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt.