You Never Know Until you Try

This morning on the drudge report something I read sent me on a search which produced this information...The larva pictured is eaten by indigenous peoples of forested areas of Western Africa and South Africa as well as in the heavily forested areas of Central and South America. This occurs where it is possible to buy beef and pork as this larva is a preferred food although not always available...it has its annual season. When it is on hand, sales of beef and pork temporarily dry up while the natives enjoy their annual treat. I read that ounce for ounce it contains two thirds more protein than beef and one third more calories. The caterpillars are roasted until the skins become crispy and pop open. They are a finger food as you first have to brush off the little appendices before putting the rest into your mouth. Westerners who have had the nerve to try this item claim that it is delicious, having a creamy, buttery taste. The smell while cooking is highly appetizing. When you go to South America, plan to try this delicacy.

Also I read that there is a rising market in Asia for crickets as a protein increment of diet. They are fried and served atop salads. I saw pictures of cricket farms where crickets are raised year round and sold by the pound to restaurants.

Bottom line: I am reminded of the line in Scripture, "God has given us all things necessary to life and Godliness." And in another place, "Your Heavenly Father knows what you have need of before you ask."

We, in the West are fond of shrimp which, as Lydia points out, look just like insects. It's a world full of God's provision. We just have to be ready to accept what is placed before us. No, I don't need to accept worms, but I'm thankful for what does come my way in my situation. And I need to start looking differently at the ways God provides for me other than via food. Quite likely there are good things I'm not taking advantage of because of short-sighted prejudice.