Lord, to whom shall we go?

 

                                                                 

                         

Bible Text: John 6:66–68

Introduction

John chapter 6 records a decisive moment in Jesus’ ministry. After the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and His teaching about being the “Bread of Life,” many disciples became offended. The message was deep, challenging, and required faith rather than excitement.
Scripture tells us that many turned back and no longer walked with Him (John 6:66).

Then Jesus turns to the Twelve and asks a direct and searching question:
“Do you also want to go away?”

It is at this moment that Peter makes one of the most powerful confessions of faith in the Bible.

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1. When Many Walk Away

The disciples were not immune to pressure. They saw people leaving, heard criticism, and felt the weight of following a message that was no longer popular.

This teaches us that:

• Following Jesus is not always comfortable

• God’s Word will not always please the flesh

• Faith is not sustained by crowds, but by conviction

📖 “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)

True faith is revealed when the message confronts us, not when it entertains us.

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2. A Question That Confronts Our Faith

Jesus does not force anyone to stay. He allows freedom of choice and asks:
“Do you also want to go away?”

This question still echoes today:

• When prayers seem unanswered

• When obedience requires sacrifice

• When following Christ costs us something

Mature faith does not deny difficulty, but chooses to remain.

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3. “To Whom Shall We Go?”

Peter does not say where, but to whom.

This shows us that Christianity is:

• Not merely a belief system

• Not a religion of rules

• But a relationship with a living Savior

Outside of Christ:

• There may be words, but no life

• Promises, but no eternity

• Paths, but no salvation

📖 “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” (John 14:6)

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4. Only Jesus Has Words of Eternal Life

Peter recognizes a fundamental truth: Jesus’ words produce eternal life.

Other voices may:

• Inspire temporarily

• Encourage for a season

• Sound attractive

But only Christ’s Word:

• Transforms the heart

• Heals the soul

• Leads to salvation

📖 “The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.” (John 6:63)

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Conclusion

In a world full of alternatives, philosophies, empty promises, and easy paths, the question remains:
To whom shall we go?

When everything seems confusing, when many give up, when following Christ requires perseverance, the answer remains the same:

👉 Only Jesus has the words of eternal life.
👉 Only He gives meaning to our faith.
👉 Only He is enough.

May we be able to say, like Peter, not out of emotion but out of conviction:
“Lord, we remain, because life is found in You.”

Let's pray:

Lord Jesus,
Today, we declare, just as Peter did, that there is no other way besides You.
When many walk away, we choose to remain.
When we do not understand everything, we choose to trust.

You have the words of eternal life,
words that heal, restore, and transform our hearts.
Keep us from seeking answers outside of Your presence
and strengthen our faith in difficult days.

May our decision to follow You not be based on emotions,
but on conviction, surrender, and genuine love.
To whom shall we go, Lord, if You alone are the source of life?

We give You our lives, our faith, and our worship.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.