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)
With parables and warnings, Jesus told everyone in his day and ours to be ready for the coming of the Son of Man.
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Through a series of mistakes by the disciples, Jesus taught them and us what following him is not.