John 6:10-12

The Voice

They all sat together on a large grassy area. Those counting the people reported approximately 5,000 men—not including the women and children—sitting in the crowd. ¹¹ Jesus picked up the bread, gave thanks to God, and passed it to everyone. He repeated this ritual with the fish. Men, women, and children all ate until their hearts were content. ¹² When the people had all they could eat, He told the disciples to gather the leftovers.