John 6:1-15
"Where can we buy enough food for them to eat?"
(Jn 6:5)
In today’s Gospel, Jesus asks Philip what to do in a challenging situation. Philip quickly estimates the size of the crowd and calculates the cost of feeding them. "Two hundred days’ wages worth of food would not be enough for each of them to have a little bit," he exclaims (Jn 6:7). Jesus listens respectfully, hoping the disciples will see clearly that their own resources are woefully inadequate.
Jesus helps make the disciples become part of the solution by giving them specific tasks to do: Have the people recline for a meal. Bring me the few loaves and fishes you have. After I’ve said the blessing, pass the food around. Then, gather up the leftovers. And so unfolded one of Jesus’ most memorable miracles as one generous boy’s lunch becomes a feast for thousands.
Whenever you bring problems or needs to the Lord, have faith. The moment you say, "It may be impossible for me, but not for God," you are opening the door to endless, divine possibilities. Believe! Trust! Who knows how the Lord will multiply the "bread" in your hands.
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