JESUS

“Many Of His Disciples Desert Him”

John 6:60-71

Last week we looked at 3 metaphors Jesus used to teach the people about spiritual life.  This morning we’re going to consider their reaction  to His teaching. “Many Of His Disciple Desert Him”.

Why People Follow Jesus

Ø The different reasons  – John 6:2, 26

Ø Why do you follow Jesus? – John 6:68-69

How People Follow Jesus

Ø The different approaches  – John 6:60;  Luke 9:57-62

Ø What kind of follower are you? – John 6:66-67;  Matthew 7:21

What It Takes To Follow Jesus

1. It takes faithfulness  – John 6:61-64;  Hebrews 11:6;  John 8:24

2. It takes commitment  – John 6:67-68;  Matthew 16:24-27;  James 1:2-4

3. It takes perseverance  – John 6:68-69;  Hebrews 10:35-39;  12:1-3