John 6 is as controversial today as it was when Jesus walked the Earth. Did He mean it or didn’t He? Was the bread really just a metaphor (Jn 6:51-58)? In the verses that follow, Jesus assures us, as we grumble amongst ourselves, that He is quite serious. Spoiler alert: When Jesus asks the Twelve (Apostles) if they want to […]
What is so special about bread? Jesus is the Bread of Life and explains more in the Gospel this week. (John 6) Whoever believes in Jesus will have eternal life. Wouldn’t you be like, what? He says it’s not like the manna they got in the dessert. You can get bread anywhere (just pick a store). Maybe you have a […]
Here is a letter I sent to a friend you might find helpful! Dear Friend, You spoke about how rest had been something that kept coming back to you in prayer. The message that I keep getting is to let it go. Over and over, even with people who will talk to me expressing their worries, my message to them […]
In Exodus, the Lord rains down bread and then even sends quail. God gives us our daily bread, just what we need and when we need it. The Readings this week are all about bread and one of the “I Am” statements in John 6. Do you know Jesus? Jesus says, “What kind of signs to do you need?” What […]
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