God urges his people to guard themselves against unfaithfulness - to be, like him, a people who is not just true to their feelings, but true to their word.

In this passage we see God’s rage at ungodly pastors, a vision for godly pastors, and we lift our eyes to Christ, our perfect Pastor.

In this passage we see how the priests of Israel are showing contempt for their Father’s name.

God’s people Israel have the audacity to question his love, so God enables them to truly see and tremble at his love.

In this passage we how Jesus offers real hope for those who, at least at times, feel hopeless.

In this meal we see how we can be set free to enjoy, remember, and long for Christ’s love.

If we long for Jesus' banquet feast, and understand how much we need Jesus, then we must compel all people to come!

In feeding the 5000 Jesus shows he is the fulfiller of the Jewish hope by revealing himself as the Messiah, while pointing to a future greater hope of the eternal banquet. We need Jesus to provide both now and for eternity.

esus teaches that a reflection of His costly love, is our Costly Hospitality.

A meal with Jesus that demonstrates his incredible grace to welcome, eat with, and transform sinners.