So they said to Him, "What then do you do for a sign, so that we may see, and believe You? What work do You perform?"
John 6:30
We are drawn to the idea of miracles; an astounding display of power that instantly proves beyond all doubt the truth. But the Bible shows a different story. Jesus had just fed 5000 people miraculously; and he had performed many miracles before that. Yet here are people questioning him; wanting another sign. Jesus recognized that they did not intend to believe. They simply were looking for a free meal. While we overestimate the power that miracles have in producing faith, we underestimate the power that carnality has in destroying faith. Worldly desires can blind people to even the most awesome display of miraculous power. So we must continually work on our hearts; making sure we develop them spiritually in accordance with God's word.
