Devotion 9/21, Trust and Obey, He Will Provide
“How many loaves do you have?” he asked. “Go and see.” When they found out, they said, “Five—and two fish.” Mark 6:38
The large crowd of people with Jesus had been with him the whole day. Jesus could see that all of these people following him were spiritually hungry and wanted something more. Even his disciples noticed, and they tried to convince Jesus to send them away. But Jesus responded by sending the disciples to see what was “in the cupboard.”
They found that they had a total of five loaves and two fish. Jesus was satisfied with what they brought, and he instructed them to seat the crowd. I wonder what it was like to keep handing out pieces of fish and bread—so much that the leftovers filled 12 baskets!
When we give Jesus what we have, even though it seems small, he multiplies it. Jesus also includes us in his work, setting us on a mission. “Seek and you will find.” And in our shared search, together we find and together we share. This always reminds me of our church’s shared Bible study. We learn so much from His Word, but also from each other!
Perhaps today he is asking you what you might find—what are you willing to give so that it might be shared, and He will multiply?
Jesus, thank you for asking the hard questions and inviting us into the solution. Help us to see and believe that you can do anything. Help us always trust in you and your plan. I pray Lord, that you are my focus and I reflect your will in all I say and do. Amen.
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