February 2

Joshua 5:12
MANNA was food for the wilderness. It represented Christ come down from heaven to sustain the souls of His people as they pass through this scene of desolation. He took the lowly place with them and as they feed on Him they are enabled to make progress on the pilgrim road, But the old corn of the land speaks of the risen Christ. The corn of wheat fell into the ground in death. In resurrection He becomes the food of His people as they enter by faith into their heavenly inheritance. He sits now exalted on the Father’s right hand, where faith beholds Him as the mighty Victor. Occupied with Him, His saints become like Him, and become strong in the Lord and the power of His might.
“Rise, my soul! Behold, ‘tis Jesus.
Jesus fills thy wondering eyes;
See Him now in glory seated,
Where thy sins no more can rise.
God now brings thee to His dwelling,
Spreads for thee His feast divine,
Bids thee welcome, ever telling
What a portion there is thine.”
―J. Denham Smith.