Devotion for May 27: John 6:35
Title: The Bread of Life that Satisfies
Verse: John 6:35
"And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger, and he that believeth on me shall never thirst."
Devotion:
Introduction:
Food and water are essential for our physical sustenance. They satisfy our physical hunger and quench our thirst. In John 6:35, Jesus declares Himself as the "bread of life" that not only satisfies our physical needs but also fulfills our deepest spiritual hunger and thirst. Today, let us reflect on the significance of Jesus as the bread of life and how coming to Him and believing in Him can satisfy the longing of our souls.
The Bread of Life:
Jesus, in calling Himself the bread of life, reveals that He is the ultimate source of spiritual nourishment and satisfaction. Just as bread sustains our physical bodies, Jesus sustains our spirits. He is the one who provides the true sustenance we need to experience abundant life and eternal fellowship with God. He is the divine provision for our spiritual hunger and thirst.
Never Hungering or Thirsting:
Jesus promises that those who come to Him will never hunger or thirst. This is not a mere temporal satisfaction, but an everlasting fulfillment. When we come to Jesus in faith, acknowledging our need for Him, He satisfies the deepest longings of our souls. He fills the void within us that no earthly pleasure or pursuit can ever fulfill. He is the source of true and lasting satisfaction.
Spiritual Hunger and Thirst:
Just as physical hunger and thirst are signs of our body's need for nourishment, spiritual hunger and thirst indicate our soul's longing for a deeper connection with God. We have an innate desire to know and be known by our Creator. However, worldly pursuits and temporary pleasures can never satisfy this spiritual hunger and thirst. It is only through a relationship with Jesus, the bread of life, that our souls can find true fulfillment.
Coming to Jesus and Believing:
To experience the satisfaction that Jesus offers as the bread of life, we are called to come to Him and believe in Him. Coming to Jesus means recognizing our need for Him, acknowledging Him as Lord and Savior, and surrendering our lives to His authority. Believing in Jesus means placing our faith and trust in Him, relying on His finished work on the cross for our salvation and eternal life.
Ongoing Nourishment:
Just as we need daily physical nourishment to sustain our bodies, we require ongoing spiritual nourishment to nurture our souls. It is through daily communion with Jesus, through prayer, reading His Word, and seeking His presence, that we continue to be spiritually nourished and satisfied. Our relationship with Him is not a one-time event but a lifelong journey of drawing near to Him and being filled with His love and truth.
Conclusion:
Jesus, as the bread of life, offers us the ultimate satisfaction and fulfillment for our spiritual hunger and thirst. As we come to Him and believe in Him, He satisfies the deepest longings of our souls and grants us eternal life. May we seek Him daily, drawing near to Him for ongoing nourishment and finding true satisfaction in His presence.
Prayer:
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for being the bread of life that satisfies the deepest longings of our souls. Help us to come to You and believe in You, finding our true satisfaction in a relationship with You. Fill us with Your love and truth, and sustain us with Your presence. May we seek You daily, finding ongoing nourishment for our souls. In Your precious name, we pray. Amen.
Devotion for May 28: Romans 10:13
Title: The Promise of Salvation for All
"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved."
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