A Word of Hope for Monday, 20 April 2026 by Fr. Jordan DeGuire, OP.
Do you ever feel like you're waiting for answers before you're willing to take a step of faith? Father Jordan explores a powerful principle from the Gospel of John: Jesus often acts first, then teaches.
Whether you are celebrating a mountain-top moment or navigating a difficult relationship, God is already at work in your life. Join us as we reflect on the Feeding of the 5,000 and learn how to move beyond physical nourishment to the eternal life that only faith in Christ can provide.
**In this video, you will discover:**
* The "Show then Tell" principle in the Gospel of John.
* Why Jesus critiqued the crowds after feeding them.
* How to identify God's invitation in your current circumstances (good or bad).
* Why we don't need all the answers before we follow Him.
**Reflection Question:** What is going on in your life right now, and what is the Lord calling you to through those actions? Let us know in the comments below!
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### 🕒 Video Timeline
0:00 — Welcome to A Word of Hope
0:15 — The Gospel of John: Action before Teaching
0:35 — The Miracle of the Loaves and Fish
0:57 — Moving from physical food to eternal life
1:55 — How this dynamic plays out in our daily lives
2:15 — Finding God in the good and the bad
2:55 — Why we don't have all the answers ahead of time
3:20 — Reflection: What is the Lord teaching you today?
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