John 6:67
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Context
Sermons
G.W. North
Philip Bennett Power
St. John Chrysostom
James Arminius
Favell Lee MortimerSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Will ye also go alway? - Or, Do Ye also desire, etc. These words are very emphatical. Will You abandon me? - you, whom I have distinguished with innumerable marks of my affection - you, whom I have chosen out of the world to be my companions, - you, to whom I have revealed the secrets of the eternal world - you, who have been witnesses of all my miracles - you, whom I intend to seat with me on my throne in glory; will You go away? Reader, in what state art thou? Hast thou gone back from Christ, or art thou going back? Wilt thou go? Thou, whom he has redeemed by his blood - thou, whom he has upheld by his power, and fed by his providence - thou, into whose wounded soul he has poured the balm of pardoning mercy - thou, whom he has adopted into the heavenly family - thou, whom he has comforted in so many tribulations and adversities - thou, whose multiplied offenses he has freely and fully pardoned; wilt thou go away?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
the twelve--the first time they are thus mentioned in this Gospel. Will ye also go away?--Affecting appeal! Evidently Christ felt the desertion of Him even by those miserable men who could not abide His statements; and seeing a disturbance even of the wheat by the violence of the wind which blew away the chaff (not yet visibly showing itself, but open to His eyes of fire), He would nip it in the bud by this home question.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And we believe and are sure,.... Or know of a certainty: they believed upon the first call of them by Christ, and their following of him, that he was the true Messiah; and they came to an assurance of it, by the miracles he wrought, and by the doctrines which he taught; their faith, how weak soever it might be at first, rose up to a full assurance of faith, and of understanding; there was a reality and a certainty in it, as there is in all true faith, with respect to the object, though not always with respect to interest in it; which was the case here, as appears by what follows: that thou art that Christ; or Messiah, that was promised by God of old, spoken of by the prophets, and expected by the Jews; that anointed prophet Moses had spoken of, that should arise out of Israel, like unto him that anointed priest, who, according to the oath of God, was to be priest for ever, after the order of Melchizedek; and that anointed King, whom God has set over his holy hill of Zion: the son of the living God; this they knew, and were sure of, both by John's testimony, and by the father's voice from heaven; which three of them heard, at Christ's transfiguration on the mount: God the father is called "the living God"; though the Vulgate Latin version leaves out the word "living"; not to distinguish him from his son; for he also is the living God; and is so called, Heb 3:12, but to distinguish him from the idols of the Gentiles, who have no life nor breath in them: and Christ is called the son of the living God, as he is a divine person, as he is truly God; and to show that he has the same life his father has; being a partaker of the same nature, and divine perfections: and this is another reason why sensible souls will go to Christ, and no other; because he is the Messiah, the Saviour, and Redeemer, and an able one; and because he is God, and there is none else.
John 6:67
Peter’s Confession of Faith
66From that time on many of His disciples turned back and no longer walked with Him.67So Jesus asked the Twelve, “Do you want to leave too?”
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Bread for the Multitudes
By G.W. North1451:11:47JesusMAT 6:11MAT 13:1MAT 13:18MRK 8:5JHN 6:53JHN 6:67GAL 2:20In this sermon, the preacher discusses the parable of the sower and the different types of ground where the seed falls. He emphasizes the importance of being the "good ground" that receives the word of God and allows it to take root and bear fruit. The preacher also highlights the disciples' lack of faith when they question how they can feed a large crowd in the wilderness. Jesus teaches them about divine compassion and the importance of trusting in God's provision. The sermon encourages listeners to not let the word of God be choked or forgotten, but to allow it to transform their lives and show compassion to others.
The Feet of Jesus-the Place for Personal Necessity - Part 2
By Philip Bennett Power0PSA 34:17PRO 3:5ISA 55:6MAT 15:21MRK 7:25JHN 6:67JAS 1:12Philip Bennett Power preaches on the story of the Syrophoenician woman who persisted and argued at the feet of Jesus for the healing of her daughter. This woman's journey to Jesus' feet teaches us about the importance of perseverance, enduring apparent repulses, and recognizing blessings even in the midst of trials. It highlights the need to remain in the right place for certain blessings, to have faith in possibilities, and to seek hope and encouragement even in the smallest signs. The story reveals that there is mercy and blessings available at the feet of Jesus for all who come seeking, even those who may seem unworthy or outside the circle of blessing.
Colossians 2:16-19
By St. John Chrysostom0JHN 6:671CO 11:211CO 15:472CO 13:2GAL 5:3EPH 2:4COL 2:161PE 2:21John Chrysostom preaches about the dangers of being judged by man-made traditions and the pursuit of worldly honors and wealth, emphasizing the importance of focusing on Christ as the true source of life and glory. He warns against being misled by persuasive speech and false humility that lead to worshiping angels and indulging in vain philosophies. Chrysostom urges believers to seek heavenly things, not earthly pleasures, and to avoid being entangled in excessive pride, luxury, and senselessness that dishonor the soul and distract from true faith and devotion to God.
The Authority & Certainty of the Sacred Scriptures
By James Arminius0EXO 20:1DEU 6:5MAT 17:5JHN 5:39JHN 6:67ACT 16:16ROM 1:5ROM 8:51CO 1:181CO 13:12CO 5:192CO 10:5GAL 1:11TI 1:15HEB 3:8HEB 6:18JAS 4:122PE 1:19REV 2:17James Arminius delivers a sermon on the authority and certainty of the sacred Scriptures, emphasizing that the Scriptures derive their authority solely from God, who is infallible in truth and power. The authority of Scripture is evident through various inscriptions, introductions, petitions, and divine methods used in the Bible. Arminius refutes the notion that the Church's authority surpasses that of the Scriptures, highlighting that the Scriptures are both divine and canonical, serving as the rule of faith and living. He discusses the persuasion of faith through human testimony, internal suasion of God, and the efficacy of Scripture's doctrine in transforming lives and destroying opposing religions.
Matthew 24:3-14. Christ Foretells the Signs of the End.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0ISA 11:6MAT 24:1JHN 6:67JHN 16:332TI 3:1Favell Lee Mortimer reflects on the poignant scene on Mount Olivet where Jesus foretells the future to his disciples, particularly focusing on the impending fate of Jerusalem, a city he had deeply cared for despite its upcoming trials and condemnation. The disciples, James, John, Peter, and Andrew, inquire about the timing of these events and the signs of Jesus' return and the end of the world, prompting a dual response from the Lord regarding the destruction of Jerusalem and his second coming. Despite the expectation of peace with the arrival of the Prince of peace, Jesus warns of ongoing wars, persecutions, and trials before his ultimate reign.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Will ye also go alway? - Or, Do Ye also desire, etc. These words are very emphatical. Will You abandon me? - you, whom I have distinguished with innumerable marks of my affection - you, whom I have chosen out of the world to be my companions, - you, to whom I have revealed the secrets of the eternal world - you, who have been witnesses of all my miracles - you, whom I intend to seat with me on my throne in glory; will You go away? Reader, in what state art thou? Hast thou gone back from Christ, or art thou going back? Wilt thou go? Thou, whom he has redeemed by his blood - thou, whom he has upheld by his power, and fed by his providence - thou, into whose wounded soul he has poured the balm of pardoning mercy - thou, whom he has adopted into the heavenly family - thou, whom he has comforted in so many tribulations and adversities - thou, whose multiplied offenses he has freely and fully pardoned; wilt thou go away?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
the twelve--the first time they are thus mentioned in this Gospel. Will ye also go away?--Affecting appeal! Evidently Christ felt the desertion of Him even by those miserable men who could not abide His statements; and seeing a disturbance even of the wheat by the violence of the wind which blew away the chaff (not yet visibly showing itself, but open to His eyes of fire), He would nip it in the bud by this home question.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And we believe and are sure,.... Or know of a certainty: they believed upon the first call of them by Christ, and their following of him, that he was the true Messiah; and they came to an assurance of it, by the miracles he wrought, and by the doctrines which he taught; their faith, how weak soever it might be at first, rose up to a full assurance of faith, and of understanding; there was a reality and a certainty in it, as there is in all true faith, with respect to the object, though not always with respect to interest in it; which was the case here, as appears by what follows: that thou art that Christ; or Messiah, that was promised by God of old, spoken of by the prophets, and expected by the Jews; that anointed prophet Moses had spoken of, that should arise out of Israel, like unto him that anointed priest, who, according to the oath of God, was to be priest for ever, after the order of Melchizedek; and that anointed King, whom God has set over his holy hill of Zion: the son of the living God; this they knew, and were sure of, both by John's testimony, and by the father's voice from heaven; which three of them heard, at Christ's transfiguration on the mount: God the father is called "the living God"; though the Vulgate Latin version leaves out the word "living"; not to distinguish him from his son; for he also is the living God; and is so called, Heb 3:12, but to distinguish him from the idols of the Gentiles, who have no life nor breath in them: and Christ is called the son of the living God, as he is a divine person, as he is truly God; and to show that he has the same life his father has; being a partaker of the same nature, and divine perfections: and this is another reason why sensible souls will go to Christ, and no other; because he is the Messiah, the Saviour, and Redeemer, and an able one; and because he is God, and there is none else.