Jeremiah 16:10-21
Psalm 89
Romans 7:1-12
John 6:1-15
Several
years ago, we visited Tiberias on the western shore of Galilee, which is the
site of the miracle of the loaves and fishes, recounted in John’s story. John related that on the Jewish feast of
Passover, 5,000 hungry people gathered. Then
Jesus took 5 loaves of barley bread and two fish, gave thanks, and distributed
them to the people. John says that “When
the people saw the sign which he had done, they said, ‘This is indeed the
prophet who is to come into the world!’”
Of course, the Jews were expecting a Messiah, but Jesus knew that he was
not to be an earthly king.
Jesus
clearly shows his power in this miracle.
The Jews outwardly acknowledge him, yet don’t understand what kind of
king he really is or what kind of power he really stands for. It’s interesting how we too can outwardly
acknowledge Jesus, but we can inwardly turn away from who he really is.
In
Jesus’ love for the people that he fed, we can see our love for us – something
to remember when we feel alone or in need.
His love is always there for us.
Elizabeth and Ian Bremner