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A Place at the Table: Feeding of the 5,000 (Lent)
March 1, 2026
In this second installment of our Lenten series, "A Place at the Table," Pastor Ken Curtis explores the profound miracle of the Feeding of the 5,000. While we often view interruptions as inconveniences, Jesus demonstrates that "holy interruptions" are often the very moments where God’s grace is most active.
Pastor Ken challenges us to look at the "five loaves and two fish" in our own lives — our time, talents, and resources — and trust that when we place them in Jesus’ hands, they are subject to a divine multiplication. From making sandwiches for the hungry to mentoring youth for decades, the miracle of abundance continues today whenever we choose compassion over dismissal. Join us as we learn what it means to truly offer what we have so that everyone can be satisfied at the Lord's table.
Sermon Reflections:
- Pastor Ken noted that much of Jesus’ ministry happened during interruptions. How do you typically react when your plans are disrupted, and how might you begin to see those moments as "holy opportunities"?
- Jesus saw the crowd as "sheep without a shepherd" rather than a burden. Is there a person or group in your life that you currently view as an inconvenience? How might God be calling you to view them with compassion instead?
- When the disciples wanted to send the crowd away, Jesus said, "You give them something to eat." Where is God currently calling you to take responsibility for a need you have witnessed?
- What are the small things in your life — talents, moments of time, or resources — that you feel are "not enough" to make a difference?
- Meditate on a time when you offered a small gesture or gift and saw God multiply its impact in a way you didn't expect.