He is the bread of life

May 4, 2025    Fr Seraphim Saleeb
This sermon centers on the biblical significance of Jesus Christ as the "Bread of Life," drawing parallels between various Old Testament references to bread and the person of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that while earthly things do not sustain true life, bread, from Jacob's exchange in Genesis to the manna in the wilderness, consistently symbolizes life, sustenance, and divine provision. The message connects the Old Testament narratives—including Melchizedek's offering of bread and wine, representing peace and righteousness, and the showbread acting as an intercessor—to Jesus, who is the true heavenly gift and the ultimate advocate with the Father. Ultimately, all these symbolic meanings of bread coalesce to point toward Christ as the embodiment of life, fullness, and God’s benevolence.