I Am The Good Shepherd

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the deeper meaning behind Christ’s miracle of feeding the 5,000 and the motivations of those who followed Him. He explains how people often seek God for physical blessings like food or success rather than spiritual nourishment and salvation. Fr. Matthias highlights Jesus’ teaching to seek the food that endures to eternal life and not just temporary, physical needs. Using examples such as the healing of the paralytic, he reveals that Christ’s ultimate authority is over the spiritual realm, especially forgiveness of sins. Fr. Matthias addresses common wrong motives for coming to church, including social pressure, fear of man, and seeking justification rather than genuine repentance. He emphasizes the importance of approaching God out of love and faith, always being spiritually vigilant, and valuing the eternal over immediate physical benefits.