1 Corinthians 10:31 – “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
In our fast-paced world, where food is abundant and readily available, it’s easy to overlook the sin of gluttony. We seldom hear sermons on this topic, and perhaps that’s because it’s challenging to draw a clear line between consuming food and committing the sin of gluttony. Nevertheless, it’s a topic worth considering because, as followers of Christ, we should prioritize God above all else.
Gluttony is not merely about eating too much or being overweight; it goes deeper than that. It’s habitual greed or excess in eating that takes control of our thoughts and lives. Whether we realize it or not, many of us have allowed food to occupy a central place in our lives, dictating our schedules and decisions.
The statistics are staggering; on average, people spend over 28,000 hours eating between the ages of 20 and 50. Mealtimes become the focus of our day, and business deals are conducted over lunches. While there’s nothing inherently wrong with enjoying food, it becomes problematic when it eclipses God as the center of our lives.
Gluttony is not limited to physical appearance; it’s about the condition of our hearts. The sin of gluttony occurs when we let anything other than God take the primary place in our hearts. Our lives should never revolve around or depend on anything other than the Lord. He is our provider, our Creator, and everything else is His creation.
God desires our hearts to be wholly devoted to Him. While food, work, pleasure, and family are good and essential aspects of life, they should never replace God in our hearts. We must not allow anything to sit in God’s seat, for He alone is worthy of our complete allegiance and trust.
Today, let us examine our lives honestly. Are we guilty of gluttony? Have we allowed food, work, or other pleasures to occupy the place that only God should hold? Let us remember that our lives should revolve around Him and Him alone. As we seek to put God first in all things, we will find true fulfillment and satisfaction.
As we confront the sin of gluttony, let us cultivate an attitude of surrender and dependence on God. By acknowledging Him as the ultimate source of our joy, provision, and purpose, we can break free from the grip of gluttony. Embrace a life where God reigns supreme, and everything else finds its proper place under His lordship.