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)
In answer to Daniel’s final question about the future, a messenger gave him a simple message we all need to hear.
In the famous story of Daniel in the lions’ den, we learn about being blameless and see again that God reigns and rescues.
Two stories combine to show how Jesus has power to make people whole again and to call us to believe his words.
