“So Jesus said to the twelve, ‘Do you want to go away as well?’ Simon Peter answered him, ‘Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life, and we have believed, and have come to know, that you are the Holy One of God.’” – John 6:67-69
Following Jesus is hard. His teaching is difficult and some of it is unpopular and counter-cultural. He calls each and every person who follows Him to change radically. Truly following Jesus will separate us from loved ones and friends, put us on the wrong side of cultural mores and expectations, and require ongoing personal sacrifice. Many who are initially enthusiastic about Jesus will reject Him as they learn more. While lamentable, it’s also expected. It happened when Jesus walked the earth and will continue to happen until He returns.
However, once you recognize that Jesus truly has the words of eternal life and truly is the Holy One of God, it’s impossible to turn away! There is nothing and no one more compelling that Jesus! In Him is transformed, redeemed, vibrant, significant, eternal life. In Him is the glorious fullness of God. In Him is love, hope, grace, mercy, compassion, transformation, freedom and our eternal future.
Do you believe in Jesus? What do you believe about Him? Have you come to know He is the Holy One of God? Have you found life in His words? Will you follow Him, wherever He leads, no matter how difficult or unpopular?