It's tempting to seek the hand of God for what he can give us. But Jesus wants us to seek his face with a desire to truly know him.
Talking Points:
- We all face situations where our resources are not enough to meet the need. That’s where faith grows. John 6:2-9
- Our expectations of Jesus can become an obstacle to real faith. Jesus wants us to know him as he truly is, not as we wish he was. John 6:10-15
- We all have a deeper hunger that reflects a spiritual reality. Jesus is the source of what we really need. John 6:26-27, 30-31, 33-35
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share a time God provided for you in a miraculous way. How did that impact your faith?
- What’s the difference between seeking God’s “hand” and seeking his “face”? Share an example in your own life.
- Read John 6:2-9. Based on this passage, how would you describe Philip’s personality? How about Andrew? If you were there, would you be more like Philip or Andrew?
- When have you faced a situation where your resources were not enough to meet the need?
- Read John 6:14-15. What did Jesus’ disciples expect of him? What are your expectations?
- “True faith means coming to Jesus on his terms, not ours.” Explain this principle.
- Explain the deeper meaning of this miracle. In your own words, what does it mean that Jesus is the bread of life?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
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