Jesus told the people to seek God for food which does not perish. There response is as far off as the darkness in their hearts was from the light that was in his. “What can we do that we may work the works of God?” (John 6:28).
They wanted to do miracles. Imagine being able to provide food for your family and everyone else’s family with nothing but a boys lunch. It was amazing to think of the power that could be at their fingertips.
But Jesus quickly put it all in perspective, “This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom he sent” (John 6:29).
The purpose of the miracles was to point to the Savior. It was not to give people power.
