Live in the Light

We often hear 'trials' in life referred to as 'storms'. In today's message, the disciples face a literal storm on the Sea of Galilee. Surrounded by darkness, violent winds and waves crashing over their modest fishing boat, fear and anxiety overcomes them as they encounter physical danger and possible death. Suddenly, in the midst of the chaos, the disciples see their beloved Jesus walking on the water towards them and their spirits lifted, knowing Jesus is there. It is through the tempests of life that we grow the most, change the most, increase faith the most and realize our need for Christ the most.

The feeding of the 5000 is the single miracle recorded in all 4 gospels. Only the supernatural power of our gracious God can explain how five loaves of bread and two fish can possibly feed 5000 people - with leftovers! Yet, as wonderful as it is that Christ provided the physical bread, the true miracle is in the spiritual food that he provides. He is the bread of life - the only one who can satisfy and the only one who can save.

The feeding of the 5000 is the single miracle recorded in all 4 gospels. Only the supernatural power of our gracious God can explain how five loaves of bread and two fish can possibly feed 5000 people - with leftovers! Yet, as wonderful as it is that Christ provided the physical bread, the true miracle is in the spiritual food that he provides. He is the bread of life - the only one who can satisfy and the only one who can save.