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John 6:22-59

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The Bread of Life

Sermon Title: The Bread of Life
Date: June 1, 2025
Scripture: John 6:22–59
Speaker: Pastor Charlotte

Key Verse:

“I am the bread of life,” Jesus told them. “No one who comes to me will ever be hungry, and no one who believes in me will ever be thirsty again.” — John 6:35

Description:
As we continue our journey through the Gospel of John, we arrive at Jesus’ first “I AM” statement: “I am the Bread of Life.” In this powerful passage, Jesus calls us not just to follow Him, but to internalize His very life — to receive Him fully as our source of nourishment, transformation, and eternal life.

John's Gospel speaks deeply to both Jewish and Greco-Roman audiences, using rich symbolism and theological depth. Pastor Charlotte unpacks how this moment reveals Jesus as greater than the gods and figures of the past — greater than Moses, greater than myth — offering us something far more lasting than temporary satisfaction.

Key Themes:

  • Jesus > Pagan Gods

    • Feeding the 5,000 shows He’s greater than Demeter.

    • Walking on water shows He’s greater than Poseidon or Orion.

    • His authority is peaceful, divine, and unmatched.

  • Jesus > Moses

    • Jesus fulfills and surpasses the Exodus story.

    • He offers not just manna, but eternal life.

  • Eternal Life Starts Now

    • Eternal life is not just future hope — it's a present reality.

    • Jesus invites transformation over temporary gain.

Important Scriptures to Reflect On:

  • John 6:27 – Don’t work for food that spoils…

  • John 6:35 – I am the bread of life…

  • John 6:47–51 – Whoever believes has eternal life…

  • Exodus 3:14 – “I AM WHO I AM.”

What Does It Mean to “Eat the Bread of Life”?
To receive Jesus as the Bread of Life means to:

  • Accept His identity – He is the Son of God.

  • Trust in His sacrifice – His death and resurrection give us life.

  • Internalize His teachings – Let His words and Spirit transform you.

  • Abide in Him – Walk with Him daily through spiritual practices.

Reflection Questions:

  1. Why were the people seeking Jesus in this passage?

  2. What does Jesus mean by “food that endures to eternal life”?

  3. How does Jesus as the “Bread of Life” challenge your values or pursuits?

  4. What does believing in Jesus look like in action this week?

  5. Which spiritual practices are you being drawn to grow in?

Prayer of Commitment:
"I believe that you, Jesus, are the Son of God. Thank you for your grace and for giving me eternal life. Amen."