“John was clothed with camel’s hair and wore a leather belt around his waist, and his diet was locusts and wild honey” (Mark 1:6).
Locusts are the local name for the Carob pods which are similar to chocolate. They are roasted and are edible and nutritious. John was a vegetarian. He was clothed with cheap clothing and was purposefully meager in His provisions. He was as the Lord made him to be. Our preparation does not need to be fancy, but meager, for we come to the Lord in need and our Lord provides all that is needed.
Lord, help me to not fall into the trap of pretense where I think everything must be over-thought and prepared for before I journey in faith. You have given me the basics that I need. You must be the One who saves me, taking me from where I am to where I need to be. Guide me in the way of salvation, not depending upon anything I think I may know, but wholly leaning upon You who has come to save us.
Lord Jesus, You have laid all needful things before us so that we may come in faith, trusting You each step of the way. Guide me in the way of salvation, for You have given me the revelation of You, the Word made flesh. As to the rest, I do not know, but You do. Whatever my lot in life, help me to be thankful that You have prepared the way for me to live in order that I may take up my cross and follow You wherever You lead. Amen.
