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I. THE RELIGIOUS ACTION OF WHICH CHRIST SPEAKS. Coming to Him — a frequent Scriptural phrase expressive of the first step in religion.

1. Its nature. An act of the soul. There was no impediment to a literal approach. He was always accessible. Coming is used for faith in Christ as prophet, priest, and king, and living on His fulness for all spiritual purposes.

2. Its importance.

(1)  Implied in the invitation of Scripture, "Come unto Me."

(2)  In the promises (ver. 37).

(3)  In the directions, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ."

(4)  In the decisions, "If ye believe not ye shall die."

II. THE INABILITY OF MAN TO PERFORM IT OF HIMSELF. Whence does this arise?

1. Not from any Divine decree, for it would be neither just nor reasonable to command men to believe and to decree that they should not. But —

2. From the depravity of the heart.

3. And in some cases carnal policy operates to fetter the mind to its moral powers. Success in life is the one thing needful.

4. From religious mistakes. Some imagine that they have come in sacramental actions, or by the repetition of certain words, or by good works.

III. THE DIVINE AGENCY BY WHICH IT IS ACCOMPLISHED.

1. The Father. He draws by moral and persuasive means. He draws man as guilty that He may be pardoned; as ignorant, that he may be instructed, etc.

2. The process is generally conviction of sin, desire for salvation, direction to the cross, discovery of a Saviour, trust, safety, rest.

IV. THE DELIVERANCE PROMISED.

1. The solemn event which the language implies. We must die.

2. The resurrection promised. The event is general, but the benefit is particular.

3. The agency by which it is effected. "I," which shows the dignity and power of Christ.

4. The period of its performance — "the last day." The day for which all others were made, and to which they are introductory.Conclusion:

1. In coming to Christ nothing can prevent your salvation (John 10:27-29).

2. In turning from Him-nothing can save you from perdition.

(J. E. Good.)

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KJV: The Jews then murmured at him, because he said, I am the bread which came down from heaven.

WEB: The Jews therefore murmured concerning him, because he said, "I am the bread which came down out of heaven."