Most everyone has heard the story of Jesus feeding a crowd of 5,000 with five loaves and two fish. It’s a great story about God’s provision, compassion and miracles. I have not heard of anyone, scholar or skeptic, who can dispute this event actually happened, especially since it was recorded in history by Matthew soon after the event took place. But there is another lesser known detail to this story. The disciples had asked Jesus to dismiss the crowds so they would go into town and get something to eat. In other words, tell them to leave. The people were hungry, they had been there all day, […]
Have you ever tried to go home again, after you’ve grown up and made a name for yourself? Maybe you’re excited to see your childhood friends again, or to see family you haven’t seen in a long while. A lot may have changed in your life since you left. Perhaps you have fond memories of teachers who encouraged you as a child and believed in you; those who watched you grow up in school and church. Maybe you worked in the family business before setting out on your own. Everyone loved your work; praised you for it. Now that you’ve come back home, you can finally give […]
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About the Author
Sue McCusker is a freelance writer, Bible teacher, and former corporate IT Analyst. Her stories have been published in several Guideposts books and magazines, as well as in her devotional book, A Christmas Story Devotional. She loves sharing stories of life, hope, and faith, and inspiring others to experience real faith in their everyday lives.
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