John 6:60-65 Many therefore of his disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it?… I. IN THE PHYSICAL CREATION. He brooded over dark chaos and quickened it into life, order, beauty, and fruitfulness. This vitalizing power has never left His realm. II. IN THE MORAL WORLD. "The inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding." He implants instincts and affinities that respond to the touch of God. III. IN THE CHOSEN PEOPLE. He inspired poets to sing, prophets to teach, judges to rule, and warriors to fight. IV. IN THE REVELATION OF SPIRITUAL TRUTH. Eye and ear are inadequate vehicles. 1. He was the efficient Agent in the Incarnation, and from that hour until now if Christ is born in a soul, the hope of glory, it is by the same Spirit. 2. Like a dove He descended on Jesus at His baptism, fitting Him for all His future work. 3. In bringing Him from the dead (Romans 8:11), and in the impartation of Pentecostal power the same fact is corroborated. 4. The personal and local Christ departed, for it was expedient for Him to give way for the Spirit. The dull eyes of the disciples were opened, and they were transformed into heroes of faith. 5. Your bodies are temples of the Holy Ghost, therefore your dust will be re-animated by Deity. Conclusion: The highest need of the Church is the overjoying power of the Holy Ghost. (J. S. Kennard, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Many therefore of his disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it? |
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