In Jeremiah 13 and 14 God is taking away the wealth of Judah and Israel. Other nations are taking over. They are in the middle of a drought and famine. God tells them this is a result of their turning away from Him. It is only when they give glory to God that He will make things right again.

The other prophets are telling the people lies. God tells Jeremiah to reveal the lies for what they are. Both they and those who believe them will be thrown out of Jerusalem. He is waiting to hear them come to God with contrite hearts, admitting their sin and asking for God’s mercy.

John 6 begins with the feeding of the 5,000. The people are impressed with His abilities and want to make Him king, but he leaves before they do.

The disciples take a boat into the sea. A storm comes up and tosses the boat about. The disciples see Jesus walking on the water. He tells them not to be afraid.

The people come to where Jesus is. They want to do the things of God. Jesus tells them they must have the bread of life. Jesus is the bread of life which has come down from heaven. Some know that Jesus is Joseph’s son and wonder what he means that he has come from heaven. Jesus understands that they will not come to Him unless the Father draws them to Him. Only if they partake of His body and blood will they have life. These are very difficult words to understand.