Why Do You Follow Jesus?
Imagine a church that grows from a dozen members to well over 5,000—in just three years. They have strong leaders, enthusiastic members, and a fantastic preacher. Miracles are happening every day. The whole country is talking about it. Then, one morning…after the Preacher gives one short little sermon…boom…the congregation goes from 5,000 back down to the original twelve. That’s what happened to Jesus in John 6.22-71 (read text). Jesus had developed a huge following. His congregation grew to the point that no building in Galilee could hold them. All 4 Gospels describe one meeting where He fed 5,000 men…not even counting the women and children (Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9, John 6). After that, people wanted to grab Jesus, make Him their King, and march to Jerusalem in a big Victory Parade.
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