In Matthew 14, we read about a time when Jesus taught vast crowds in a wilderness setting. As the day drew to a close, the disciples urged Jesus to send the people away to get food. But Jesus responded with a shocking statement. He said, “They need not go away; you give them something to eat.” The disciples were baffled. How could they possibly feed a crowd of thousands of people? They searched the crowd, and all they could come up with was five loaves and two fish. Hardly enough for everyone! But then Jesus said, “Bring them here to me.” And from that small portion, Jesus fed all the people.
Jesus challenges His followers. He pushes us to do more than we think we can. But He also does what we cannot do. The disciples found the loaves and fish, helped pass out the food, and collected leftovers. But only Jesus could feed thousands from such a small meal. Following Jesus is challenging, but He equips us to do what we can, and He accomplishes what we cannot.