11-Aug-24 (John 6:35, 41-51)

In today's story from the gospel, Jesus says, "I am the bread of life. Whoever eats this bread will live forever." What do we need in order to stay alive? [wait for answers]
That's right. To stay alive we need food and a safe place to stay.
So when Jesus says that, if we eat the bread he gives, we'll live forever. It means that Jesus himself will help us to live in this world and, after we die here, to live with God.
Let's talk to God about that.
God, we thank you that you gave us Jesus to be our bread of life. Help us to live by the strength you give us and help us to trust you in everything. Help us to share that trust we have in you with others.
We pray in Jesus' name. AMEN.