“To Whom Shall We Go?”
John 6:66-71
Proposition: We must respond in one way or another to Jesus Christ and the Gospel.
Transition: Our text this morning provides an example of 4 possible responses to a call from the Lord..
I. Some Respond to Christ with Desertion. (v. 66)
A. Note Who These People Are.
1. Those who have witnessed the works of Christ.
2. Those who have heard the words of Christ.
3. Those who have learned at the feet of Christ.
4. Those who have followed the way of Christ.
B. Note What These People Have Done.
1. They left.
2. The left CHRIST.
3. They resumed their former lives.
4. They deserted for good.
C. Note Why These People Deserted.
1. Some doctrines they did not understand.
2. Some doctrines they did not like.
3. Some doctrines they did not believe.
II. Some Respond to Christ with Deliberation. (v. 67)
A. See Who are Questioned.
1. They are the committed ones.
2. They are the chosen ones.
3. They are the central ones.
B. Hear What They are Asked.
1. It is a personal question.
2. It is a probing question.
3. It is a promising question.
III. Some Respond to Christ with Devotion. (vv. 68-69)
A. They Perceive Who Jesus Is. (68)
1. He is superior in position.
2. He is superior in provision.
B. They Profess Who Jesus Is. (69)
1. Their profession is rooted in trust.
2. Their profession is rooted in knowledge.
3. Their profession is rooted in truth.
IV. Some Respond to Christ with Deception. (vv. 70-71)
A. Such Deceivers Appear Close to Christ. (70)
B. Such Deceivers Remain Close to Christ. (70-71)
C. Such Deceivers are Servants of the Devil. (70)
D. Such Deceivers are Known by Christ. (71)
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