Book of John - Chapter 6 - Verse 48

When Jesus says "I am that bread of life," he is referring to himself as the source of spiritual nourishment for believers. In the context of this verse (John 6:35), Jesus had just fed a multitude with loaves and fishes, and the people were seeking him out for more physical food. However, Jesus turns the conversation to a deeper level, explaining that just as bread sustains physical life, he is the sustenance for eternal life. By declaring himself as the bread of life, Jesus is emphasizing the importance of spiritual nourishment through faith in him. Believers are called to partake of this spiritual bread by accepting Jesus as the source of their salvation and sustenance. Just as bread is a staple in our physical diets, Jesus is the essential source of sustenance for our spiritual lives. Without partaking of him, believers will spiritually hunger and thirst. This verse highlights the central role of Jesus in providing spiritual nourishment and eternal life to those who believe in him.