Brighter Day Baptist Church Devotional

February 10, 2026

Series Title: Where Jesus Speaks – The Way, the Truth, and the Life

Day 1: Chasing Miracles or Seeking the Messiah?

Scripture Focus: John 6:1–26

Jesus had just done the impossible—He fed over five thousand people with a small boy’s lunch. Bellies were full, excitement was high, and word spread fast. When Jesus crossed the sea, the crowd followed Him, hungry for more.

But Jesus saw deeper than their excitement.

When they finally found Him, they asked, “Rabbi, when did You come here?”
Jesus answered them plainly—not celebrating their faith, but exposing their hearts:

“You seek Me, not because you saw the signs, but because you ate of the loaves and were filled.” (John 6:26)

They wanted more miracles.
Jesus wanted to give them more meaning.

This is where our series begins.

So often, we come to Jesus asking, “What can You do for me next?”
Another blessing.
Another breakthrough.
Another sign.

But Jesus redirects the crowd—and us—from what He does to who He is.

Before He ever says “I am the way, the truth, and the life,” He challenges a shallow faith that only follows when the miracles are flowing. He teaches them that life is not found in bread that fills the stomach, but in the One who fills the soul.

This sets the stage for everything that follows.

Miracles may attract us, but truth must anchor us.
Signs may amaze us, but salvation must change us.

Today’s question is simple—but searching:

👉 Am I following Jesus for His miracles… or for His message?

Prayer:
Lord Jesus, search our hearts. Help us not to chase You only for what You can give, but to follow You for who You are. Prepare us to hear Your words as You reveal Yourself as the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Amen.