From this time many of his disciples turned back and no longer followed him.  John 6:66

This verse is quite revealing and very similar as we look around today. There are followers and there are believers. Many folks gave up following Jesus when things became hard for them to understand, or he said things they did not think were possible. When he shattered their preconceived notions of religious things or confronted them about their motives, they left and gave up following him. What will I do when things get difficult in my discipleship and I can’t figure out all the answers to what is going on? I hope I turn to prayer, and trust that I will follow until the way and the will of the Lord become clearer!

I love the following two verses, vs. 67-68…Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, “Are you going too?” Simon Peter replied, “Master, to whom shall we go? You alone have the words that give eternal life, and we believe them and know You are the holy Son of God.”

Awesome God, I confess openly that I cannot begin to understand all the complexities of your will and how you work in our world. But Father, when I’m confused, please bring people into my life who will help me hang on to my faith until the confusion passes. And today, dear Lord, please use me to help bless people struggling with their faith. In Jesus’ name, I ask it. Amen.

Lord, I believe and because I believe I seek to follow You in all I say and do. Strengthen me through your Holy Spirit that I do Your will for Your kingdom today. I give all praise, honor and glory to You, Amen.

I Believe Creed