35 Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
36 But as I told you, you have seen me and still you do not believe.
37 All those the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away.
38 For I have come down from heaven not to do my will but to do the will of him who sent me.
39 And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all those he has given me, but raise them up at the last day.
40 For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day.”
Understanding the Verse:
· John 6:35: "I am the Bread of Life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst."
· "I am the Bread of Life": The Discussion links to what Jesus meant by this statement. Explanations will link to: as bread sustains physical life, Jesus sustains spiritual life.
· "Whoever comes to me shall not hunger": Therefore, seeking Jesus can fulfil our spiritual hunger.
· "Whoever believes in me shall never thirst": This belief in Jesus can quench our spiritual thirst.
The Symbolism of Bread:
· Bread is often used in religious rituals, such as the Eucharist or Communion, where it represents the body of Christ.
· Bread can symbolise sustenance, nourishment, and the idea that Jesus provides for our spiritual needs.
Applying the Value:
· The Christian value of "I am the Bread of Life" can be applied in daily life.
· Pupils will be asked to think about how they can seek spiritual nourishment and fulfilment through faith, prayer, and acts of kindness.
· Examples of how this value can guide individuals to lead more compassionate and meaningful lives.
Interfaith Perspective:
Pupils will reflect on their own faith and beliefs and how this promotes tolerance and understanding among different faiths.
