Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to everlasting life, which the Son of Man will give you, because God the Father has set His seal on Him." (John 6:27)
Three points:
1. Perish/endures
Obviously the food that perishes is what we eat bodily; the food that endures is the Word of God. But He answered and said, "It is written, 'Man cannot live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.' " (Matthew 4:4) It is by reading the Bible, believing it, and LIVING it that gives us the nourishment we need. Even if we have the best of food, we will die, but the one who eats on spiritual food will die physically but be strong and healthy spiritually.
2. Son of Man gives
Son of Man is the Lord Jesus. He is the one who gives this life and growth. If there is no growth in the Christian's life, there will only be stagnation. Growth is greater experience, understanding, patience, and all the fruits of the Spirit.
3. Set His seal on Him
This is his mark of approval. and behold, a voice from heaven said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased." (Matthew 3:17). He is telling us the truth. This mark of approval is seen by what Jesus taught, did, suffered, died, and resurrected.
No comments:
Post a Comment