"Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.” John 6:26-27
While Jesus was walking across the sea in a storm these people had made their way over the sea or around the sea for the express purpose of hoping to see Jesus.
When you see people put forth that much effort to find someone it indicates a strong agenda accompanied by high expectations. And sure enough, they weren't coming to Jesus because of Who He was but because of what they wanted Him to do for them. Maybe another miraculous meal or some other supernatural feat they could marvel over.
Isn't it interesting how much effort people are willing to invest in finding Jesus for when they have a need they want Him to meet?
Maybe you have been guilty of that.
But of course, Jesus as the Son of God, knew their thoughts and their motives and He confronted them. "You come looking for bread that spoils but I want to give you bread that saves."
Jesus didn't agree to give them what they asked for but He offered them what they needed. He often does that!
How do you respond when God offers you something other than what you asked for? Do you insist on getting your way or can you trust Him to know what's best?
They came looking for a miracle that would meet their physical needs. Jesus offered them a miracle that would meet their spiritual needs. It was up to them to decide which need they needed most!
What do you need most from Jesus today? He knows, do you?
Will you trust Him?
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