He blessed the food

The four gospels universally mention the above act in their
individual accounts of the Feeding of the 5000.
Moreover, the clear implication is that this act above all else
transformed the boy's meagre offering into a feast for the masses.
He blessed the food and gave thanks.
Thanksgiving - the key to God's favour
Prime minister Bruce Golding announced in his inauguration address a
National Hurricane Dean Clean-Up Day, and I'm recommending an annual
National Day of Thanksgiving. No need for a new holiday - it could be incorporated into National Heroes Day, or Labour Day.
The primary focus of this Day of Thanksgiving will be on the
nation's production and exports, in all sectors. It will do what
the National Prayer breakfast does, but will involve the entire nation
for the whole day.

Jesus took five loaves (domestic production) and two fish (imported inputs) and
by giving thanks, met the needs of thousands. With thanksgiving, The 5:2 Principle
applied today, can similarly meet the needs of multitudes around the world - and we can lead the way.

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