John part 7-The Bread of Life

Key Verse of the Week:  “Jesus said to them:  ‘I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.’”  John 6:35 (ESV)

Why do we seek temporary, immediate satisfaction from things on earth when Jesus provides everything we need and will do so for eternity?  This week’s passage illustrates how we can see the miracles that Jesus performs – even accept His gifts – and still not understand the depth of what Jesus provides for us.  As you read the first half of John chapter 6 (vv. 1-40), reflect on your own understanding of what Jesus provides for you.  What do you seek Him for?  Do you seek Him for the temporary or the eternal?

Read John 6:1-40 and Exodus 16:4-15, 35

·         Answer the 5 W’s (who, what, when, where, and why) about the two signs that Jesus performs in this section of chapter 6.  What was the people’s response to witnessing these signs?  Why were they going to take Jesus by force to make him king? Do you think they realized what Jesus was giving them? 

·         Jesus says that He is the “bread of life.”  John 6:35.  From verses 26-40, list everything that Jesus says about being the bread of life.  How does this “bread” compare to the bread and fish that the 5000+ received and the manna and doves that the Israelites received when they were in the wilderness.

Journal Prompt:  Why do you seek Jesus?  How does He meet those needs?  Write out a prayer to thank Him for what He has given you.