God MathSample

Husband math is ordering a double portion of food even though your wife says she isn’t hungry. Cameron knows this all too well!

When we were newlyweds, we’d go to a food court, and Cameron would ask, “Are you hungry?” I’d reply, “No,” trying to avoid junk food. But when he’d bring back KFC chicken strips, my cravings would kick in, and I’d end up taking (just a few😇) bites. He would exclaim, “You said you weren’t hungry. I counted how many strips I wanted and ordered accordingly, but now you’re eating half of my meal!”

It’s become a running joke–Cameron now standard orders extra, and I ask, “Did you count, or can I take some?”😅

Jesus had some pretty interesting math when it came to food, too. In Matthew 14:13-21 a massive crowd had gathered in a remote place to hear Jesus teach. When it got late, and the crowd went hungry, the disciples came to Jesus:

“Send the crowds away, so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.” Jesus replied, “They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.” “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. “Bring them here to me,” He said. – Matthew 14:15-18

Five loaves and two fish… to feed 5,000 men plus women and children? Jesus, that math ain’t mathing! 🤔

Yet, Jesus gave thanks, broke the loaves and fish and fed everyone. And not just barely–there was plenty for everyone, with twelve baskets of leftovers (Matthew 14:20)!

This story is not just about food–it’s a reminder that our God can take whatever is given to Him in faith and multiply its impact in unfathomable ways!

What do you want to give to God today in faith?

Hey! You are a Chamatkar

Jenny Mendes