I Am the Bread of Life – John 6:25–44

In this episode, we continue our study through John 6, where Jesus declares Himself to be the Bread of Life. The crowd seeks Him for physical provision and signs, but Christ redirects their focus to eternal truth. We examine how the people misunderstood Him, clinging to Moses, manna, and heritage, while Jesus reveals Himself as the true bread from heaven that brings eternal life.

This conversation dives into the tension between human responsibility—“come and believe”—and the sovereignty of God in salvation. We also wrestle with how easily we look for signs, proof, and earthly satisfaction instead of trusting Christ Himself.

Key Topics Covered

• Why the crowd followed Jesus after the feeding of the 5,000

• The danger of seeking signs and physical satisfaction over eternal truth

• Jesus’ first great “I AM” statement in John’s Gospel: “I am the Bread of Life”

• The contrast between Moses and Christ: law, heritage, and true glory

• Human responsibility to come and believe versus God’s sovereignty in salvation

• The comfort of knowing Christ will never cast out those who come to Him

• How this doctrine speaks to our fears, doubts, and questions about loved ones

Scripture References

• John 6:25–44

• Nehemiah 9:15

• Hebrews 3:3

• John 5:38–40

Key Quote

“Whoever comes to Me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in Me shall never thirst.” – John 6:35

Takeaway

Earthly circumstances fade, but the bread that Jesus gives leads to eternal life. The sovereignty of God in salvation is not something to fear but a source of profound comfort and assurance.