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Hope Shared, Hope Multiplied – Saturday, 12/06/2025

Scripture: John 6:1–13

The feeding of the five thousand begins with a moment of honest scarcity. The crowd is large, the resources small: five loaves and two fish offered by a boy who could easily have kept them for himself. But he places what he has into Jesus’ hands, and Jesus blesses and multiplies it until everyone is fed and there are baskets of leftovers.

This story is a beautiful picture of how God works with what we offer. Hope does not always arrive fully formed; it often starts with a small act of trust or a simple gift offered in love. God takes our limited time, energy, and resources and uses them in ways that stretch far beyond what we could manage on our own.

When we share hope, we participate in God’s multiplying work. A small donation supports a family. A word of encouragement changes someone’s day. A simple gesture of care opens a door to deeper healing. We may feel that what we have is not enough, but in God’s hands, it can become more than enough.

You do not have to solve every problem or carry every burden. You are simply invited to bring what you have, place it in God’s care, and trust that your offering can become part of something larger and more life-giving than you can see.

Reflection Question:
What small offering—of time, attention, prayer, or resources—can you place in God’s hands today?

Action Step:
Intentionally share something today, whether it is a gift, a word, or a helping hand, and pray that God will multiply its impact for good.

Prayer:
Generous God, take what I offer today and use it for Your good purposes. Help me share hope freely and trust that You are multiplying grace through my small acts. Amen.