After becoming popular and attracting many followers, Jesus taught about what we call the Incarnation, the Son of God becoming human flesh. The Incarnation made it possible for people to have eternal life. Instead of being overjoyed at this news, many so-called followers turned away from Jesus in John 6:41-71. After asking the his original followers if they also wanted to leave him, Peter responded with a question that can serve as a lifeline to us when we find it difficult to believe. (full sermon notes)
Jesus' power over the forces of evil demonstrated that the kingdom of God had come.
The people could draw near to God only after the blood of the covenant was shed.
Reflections on the seven sayings that Jesus spoke from the Cross.
