In any event, we will continue our trek through John and now taking a look at John Chapter 6 verse 28 and 29, with focus on v. 28..."What shall we do, that we may work the works of God?"
As Jesus addressed the hungry crowd, they wanted to know more about the works of God. Their mindset was very works based. They felt you had to do things to get close to God. They had to follow the Mosaic Law, atone for their sins by sacrificing animals at the temple and so on. But Jesus showed that He is the savior for all mankind. Because man has fallen. Living a life in perfect compliance with the Mosaic Law is possible for someone who is born into sin. Jesus says it is easy, the works of God, "that you believe Him who He sent." It is simple as that, you believe in Jesus as your personal Savior and you will be saved. Jesus sustains us and provides us the spiritual bread so that we may continue to live.
Jesus was sent by God to save man from their rebellious ways. Jesus gave
many indications that He was who he said He was. He performed healings, miracles and showed profound knowledge of God's word. This was not enough to convince the whole crowd that Jesus was to be followed. Many choose not to follow Jesus, no matter how much is proven to them. But the fact remains that being right with God through Jesus Christ is as simple as an acknowledgement that He is God's son and that He is our Savior. It's simple but man often times makes it complicated with classes, forms to fill out, interviews to do and works. As they say at Staples..."press the easy button!". It is easy and all we really need is Jesus!!
many indications that He was who he said He was. He performed healings, miracles and showed profound knowledge of God's word. This was not enough to convince the whole crowd that Jesus was to be followed. Many choose not to follow Jesus, no matter how much is proven to them. But the fact remains that being right with God through Jesus Christ is as simple as an acknowledgement that He is God's son and that He is our Savior. It's simple but man often times makes it complicated with classes, forms to fill out, interviews to do and works. As they say at Staples..."press the easy button!". It is easy and all we really need is Jesus!!Dear Jesus, Thank you for being my savior and making it simple, in this very complex world.
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