Positioning for Miracles! Learn How from the Feeding of the 5,000
Preface:
In this powerful lesson, Apostle Dawn guides us through the profound truths hidden within the familiar story of Jesus feeding the 5,000. We will gain fresh insights into how Jesus demonstrated concern for the spiritual and physical needs of the multitude, providing nourishment through compassion and the miraculous multiplication of limited resources. We'll be challenged to position ourselves to receive God's miracles by sitting and becoming calm before the Lord. Apostle Dawn will highlight how fragments were collected after the miracle, symbolizing the "more than enough" overflow we can expect from God in this season. We'll be warned not to let people distract us from our God-given purpose and to know when to withdraw to the mountains like Jesus did. Ultimately, we will be reminded that the greatest work is simply believing in the One whom God has sent. Get ready to be spiritually fed and have your faith stirred to believe for God's abundant provision in your life!
Introduction:
Are you hungry for spiritual nourishment and truths that will ignite your faith in God's miraculous power? In this compelling Bible study, Apostle Dawn unpacks the deeper meanings in the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000, providing you with key insights to unlock God's overflow in your life. You'll learn what it means to be truly attentive to the needs of others, to position yourself to receive miracles, and to expect God's "more than enough" provision in times of lack. Be inspired by Jesus' example of withdrawing from worldly distractions to maintain focus on His divine purpose. Most importantly, be renewed in your understanding that believing in Jesus is the work that opens the door to experiencing the extraordinary. Prepare to be fed by revelatory teaching that will surely lead you into a greater dimension of faith and abundance!
Outline:
Jesus Demonstrates Concern for the Multitude
John 6:5-6 - When Jesus then lifted up his eyes, and saw a great company come unto him, he saith unto Philip, Whence shall we buy bread, that these may eat? And this he said to prove him: for he himself knew what he would do.
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Jesus was attentive to both spiritual and physical needs
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We must be genuinely concerned about others, even our enemies
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Take time to help others become calm and relax
Practical Application: Follow Jesus' example by taking notice of the needs around you, both spiritual and physical. Show genuine concern and care for others, even those who oppose you. Create opportunities for people to experience the Lord's peace and provision.
God Provides More Than Enough
John 6:12-13 - When they were filled, he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost. Therefore they gathered them together, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves, which remained over and above unto them that had eaten.
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The fragments represent God's abundance
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In this season, God will provide overflow to meet the needs of those we are called to reach
Practical Application: Trust that as you serve others, God will supply more than enough resources for every good work. Maintain an abundance mindset, knowing that God's provision will overflow to you and those you minister to.
Maintain Focus on Your God-Given Purpose
John 6:14-15 - Then those men, when they had seen the miracle that Jesus did, said, This is of a truth that prophet that should come into the world. When Jesus therefore perceived that they would come and take him by force, to make him a king, he departed again into a mountain himself alone.
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Don't let people pressure you into a role God hasn't called you to
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Know when to withdraw to maintain focus and alignment with God's plan
Practical Application: Be confident in the purpose and abilities God has given you. Don't let the expectations of others pull you away from your true calling. Prioritize regular time alone with God to refocus and avoid distractions.
The Work of God is to Believe
John 6:28-29 - Then said they unto him, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God? Jesus answered and said unto them, This is the work of God, that ye believe on him whom he hath sent.
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Miracles should point people to Jesus, not entertain
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The greatest work is believing in the One God has sent
Practical Application: Don't seek signs and wonders for personal gratification, but as a means of drawing others to saving faith in Jesus. Make believing in and staying devoted to Christ your highest priority and the foundation of all your Kingdom work.