Blessing the Nations (Matthew 15:29-39)

Christ feeds his people as they come out to receive his teaching.  This is literally accomplished when Christ feeds the 5000 people.  Christ primarily feeds Israel .  Christ clearly communicates through this feeding that we will be satisfied in the Lord.  Why does the Lord perform this feeding a second time? Is Christ affirming that the first feeding was insufficient?  Why feed two crowds? 

Filled in God’s Mercy Feast (Matthew 14:13-21)

Our Lord creates within us a survival instinct that we call fight of flight. This is triggered when something stressful threatens our life or our well being. Matthew assures us that Christ has come to save us from our sins which implies that Christ is undertaking a difficult mission, but he is going to be successful. So, why does Christ run away from Herod when he hears the news of John’s death? Is Christ a coward or are we being short sighted in our discerning Christ’s mission?

Purposely Defiled by Sinners? (Mark 8:1-21)

You would think that Christ would figure out that if he just worked with the leaders of Israel a little bit then His life would be easier.  So, why does Christ purposely dine with unclean people after having been rebuked?  Why not just give a little sign when he is asked for a sign?  Why such a harsh warning for His disciples?

Everlasting Nourishment (Mark 6:30-44)

We might wonder from time to time why Jesus does all these miracles and theatrics.  Why not just tell us the point?  Why not just live, die, and be raised?  Why these miracles for a time?  What is the purpose behind these miracles?  Why does Jesus feed 5000 people with 5 loaves and two fish?