nuts!

Almonds might look simple, at first glance, just small beige nuts tucked into a shell, yet they carry a remarkable story of God’s thoughtful provision. Each almond is loaded with nutrients that strengthen our bones, help regulate blood pressure, and protect our bodies with powerful antioxidants. These tiny creations are like little reminders that God pays attention to every detail of our lives, including our physical health.

In Numbers 17, the Lord took Aaron’s lifeless staff and caused it to bud, bloom, and bear almonds in a single night. It proclaimed His power to bring forth life from what is barren and to establish His purposes where none could exist apart from Him. Almonds became more than something to eat. They became a picture of God’s renewing grace.

When we enjoy food like almonds, we are tasting God’s care. He could have made nutrition dull and flavorless, but instead He filled the world with variety, color, and delight. Crunchy nuts, juicy fruit, crisp vegetables. Each one speaks quietly: “Your Creator cares about you.” With every bite, our bodies are nourished and strengthened, not by accident, but by design. God’s interest in us goes far beyond the spiritual. He made us body and soul, and He desires health and wholeness in both.

Jesus healed the sick, fed the hungry, and comforted the hurting. He cared for their faith, but also their physical needs. The apostle Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 6:19 that our bodies are “temples of the Holy Spirit.” That means nourishing and caring for our bodies honors God, too.

So next time you reach for a handful of almonds, pause for a moment. Thank God for His thoughtful care. Celebrate His goodness in the everyday blessings. Even in something as small as an almond, God’s love is rich and satisfying.

—G. Yarian