What gets your time first—God or everything else?

Quick Summary

You never miss meals—but it’s easy to miss God. In John 6, Jesus challenges people who were focused on getting their physical needs met while ignoring their deeper spiritual hunger. He points them to something better—Himself as the true source of life.

Opening Prayer

God, thank You for bringing us together. Help us slow down and be honest about what’s really first in our lives. Give us clarity as we talk and courage to respond. Amen.

Conversation Starters

Option A (Light)
What’s a meal you look forward to every week?

Option B (Deeper)
What usually gets the first and best part of your time each day?

Scripture

John 6:26–27 (NIV)
"Jesus answered, 'Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.'"

John 6:35 (NIV)
"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.'"

Discussion Questions

What stands out to you about why the crowd was following Jesus?
Why do you think it’s easy to focus on physical needs over spiritual ones?
Where do you see this tension show up in your own life?
What do you think it looks like to actually come to Jesus daily?

Real Life Application

What is currently getting your time first most days?
What is one small, realistic step you could take to prioritize time with God this week?
Who could you talk with or invite into this so you don’t do it alone?

Closing Prayer

Father, You know how easily we get distracted. Help us put You first—not just in intention, but in how we actually live. Draw us closer to You this week. Amen.

Next Steps

If this sparked something for you, don’t ignore it.
Talk with someone this week—or join us Sunday as we continue following Jesus together here in Tallahassee.