In what ways can we rely on God to draw others to Jesus? Setting the Scene John 6 unfolds against the backdrop of Jesus feeding the five thousand and walking on water. Crowds flock to Him for physical bread, yet He points them to Himself as the true Bread of Life. In that conversation He says: “Then Jesus said, ‘This is why I told you that no one can come to Me unless the Father has granted it to him.’” (John 6:65) Key Truth from John 6:65 • Coming to Christ is ultimately a gift granted by the Father. • Human persuasion, eloquence, or programs cannot replace God’s inner work of drawing. • Our confidence rests in God’s initiative, not human effort. Relying on God’s Sovereign Work • God draws hearts (John 6:44). “No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him.” • Jesus promises to lift up all who are drawn (John 12:32). • The Spirit opens spiritual eyes (2 Corinthians 4:6). • God opens individual hearts, as with Lydia (Acts 16:14). • He gives both desire and ability to respond (Philippians 2:13). • Growth belongs to God alone (1 Corinthians 3:6-7). Practical Ways to Cooperate with God’s Drawing 1. Share the Word faithfully • Romans 10:17—“Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” • Speak Scripture with clarity; God uses His Word to awaken faith. 2. Pray in dependence • Matthew 9:38—“Ask the Lord of the harvest…” • Intercede that God would grant repentance and faith (2 Timothy 2:25). 3. Live a compelling witness • Matthew 5:16—“Let your light shine…” • A transformed life authenticates the message God uses to draw others. 4. Trust the Spirit’s timing • Galatians 6:9—keep sowing; harvest comes in due season. • Do not force responses; rest in God’s patient work. 5. Offer genuine love and hospitality • John 13:35—love identifies Christ’s disciples. • God often draws through relationships saturated with grace. 6. Rely on the power of the gospel, not technique • Romans 1:16—the gospel itself “is the power of God for salvation.” • Methods are helpful, but only God’s power changes hearts. Encouragement for the Journey • God delights to save; His heart is for people to know His Son (1 Timothy 2:4). • He equips us as ambassadors (2 Corinthians 5:20), yet the weight of conversion rests on Him. • Because the Father grants coming to Christ, we can share boldly, love freely, pray expectantly, and rest securely, knowing He is faithful to draw people to Jesus in His perfect wisdom and timing. |
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