Here are some more insights from John to chew on. Open your Bible to John 6.
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6:1-15 - In the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus teaches his disciples that they must trust God to provide for the needs of their ministry. This example has the power to continually spur us on to deeper levels of trust... ask yourself to what extent you trust Jesus to provide. He also teaches them that he is the new Moses providing bread in the wilderness. This means he is the Mediator of the New Covenant. Think through what it means for Jesus to be a mediator... how does that directly effect your disciple-making?
6:16-21 - Jesus teaches his disciples not to fear. Really -- don't fear. In the words of King David, "Be courageous and do it." (1 Chron. 28)
6:22-40 - Jesus tells his disciples that he is the true bread that comes from heaven. He is the very sustenance for their walk and their lives as the disciples. Anyone who cannot accept this message cannot be His disciple (41-59). If you're seeking fuel for your life and your ministry from other places, you're in for it. Be warned.
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