Walking with Jesus | Pastor Kirk Kay | January 18, 2026

Discover the profound truth about following Jesus in this powerful exploration of John chapter 6. When Jesus performs incredible miracles - feeding 5,000 people and walking on water - crowds flock to Him, but their motivations reveal something troubling about human nature. This biblical teaching examines what it truly means to follow Christ and challenges shallow faith that seeks only personal benefit.Learn why Jesus confronted those who followed Him for free food rather than recognizing His divine identity. Explore the meaning behind Jesus declaring Himself the bread of life and what it means for eternal satisfaction versus temporary provision. Understand the significance of Jesus refusing to compromise His message even when it caused many disciples to abandon Him.This Christian sermon addresses crucial questions about authentic faith, discipleship, and the cost of following Jesus. Discover why Jesus spoke about eating His flesh and drinking His blood, and how this relates to His sacrifice on the cross. Learn about the difference between being a casual observer and a committed follower of Christ.Key topics covered include: biblical discipleship, the nature of true faith, Jesus as the bread of life, the cost of following Christ, authentic Christianity versus superficial belief, and the importance of not compromising biblical truth. This message challenges believers to examine their motivations for following Jesus and encourages non-believers to consider the exclusive claims of Christ.Perfect for anyone seeking to understand what genuine faith looks like, why Jesus demands complete surrender, and how to distinguish between following Jesus for personal gain versus following Him because of who He truly is. This biblical exposition provides practical application for living out authentic Christian faith in a world that often seeks easy answers and comfortable religion.