When offensive biblical truths are faithfully taught some people will simply not accept it. The rejection of truth is then always followed by complaining. People often react to biblical truth in this way and we have a perfect example of such a scenario here before us in John's gospel (John 6:52-70).
"Mumurs and complaints of this kind are very common. It must never surprise us to hear them. They have been, they are, they will be as long as the world stands. To some Christ's sayings appear hard to understand. To others, as in the present case, they appear hard to believe, and harder still to obey. It is just one of the many ways in which the natural corruption of man shows itself. So long as the heart is naturally proud, worldly, unbelieving, and fond of self-indulgence, if not of sin, so long there will never be wanting people who will say of Christian doctrines and precepts, 'These are hard sayings: who can hear them?'"
- J.C. Ryle
To catch up on last weeks message simply click below.
Part 18 - Hard Sayings From Jesus Part 1 (John 6:35-51)
Can't wait to worship with you on Sunday!
Cody Parman
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