Is Jesus simply showing off when He performs the miracle of feeding the multitudes? I think not, as that would be sinful and, as we all know, Jesus did not sin. The miracle is all about God’s providence — He will and does provide for His people. The critical thing for me in the miracle is the fact that there is a contribution from those who are ultimately fed.
It is important because it signifies that we do what we can to reach our goal. It acknowledges that we have given our own resources and it is not just God who is doing the giving. This is important as it demonstrates that we cannot just stand back and wait for God to do everything as regards our faith. We have to get involved with our God-given talents and resources. And the message of the miracle is simply that God will provide for whatever is lacking, even if it happens to be the vast majority of what is needed.
What matters is that we have given our all, and I mean all, in faith, as this will open the heavens for God’s grace to come into our situation. If we hold back anything, what right do we have to ask God to provide what is lacking, let alone demand that He do so, whether we believe He can or not?
As we reflect upon this miracle today, let us see it as a challenge to give our all for the work of the Kingdom. Let us hold nothing back from the service of the Gospel even when it may seem that our contribution is insignificant. Let us trust that whatever we have has been given by God to us for the purpose of sharing it with others. In this way, I believe that we will get the best out of both God and ourselves for the work of His Kingdom. Fr. Steve Tynan, MGL
REFLECTION QUESTION: What is your contribution to the advancement of God’s Kingdom in the here and now?
Jesus, thank You for Your daily provisions — today and for always. Thank You because I have never really lacked what I need in serving You.
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