Jesus Feeds Many People

A huge crowd followed Jesus to a quiet place. He felt compassion for them, healed those who were ill and taught them until evening. By then everyone was hungry, but there was not nearly enough food. One boy had five small barley loaves and two fish, and that little meal was brought to Jesus.

Jesus asked the people to sit down on the grass. He took the bread and fish, thanked God, and the disciples handed out the food. Everyone ate until they were full! Afterwards the disciples gathered the leftover pieces, and they filled twelve baskets. God did something wonderful with a small gift offered with a thankful heart.