In Charles Dickens’s novel Oliver Twist, a starving Oliver brings his empty bowl to the master and pleads for more food. Instead of food, he receives a blow to the head and a prompt decision to sell him. That master viewed Oliver as a nuisance and not a person in need. Jesus not only compassionately fed thousands of hungry people, He reminded us that only faith in Him will satisfy our deepest needs.

ESV passage John 6:26-40