🚨 Why did Jesus' disciples walk away when He needed them most? This powerful sermon from John 6:64-67 exposes the uncomfortable truth about false disciples and what it really costs to follow Jesus.

🗡️ This expository sermon was delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Cookeville, TN on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 11:00 am. 🗡️

In this eye-opening message, Pastor Fortunato tackles one of the most challenging passages in Scripture—the moment when many of Jesus' followers abandoned Him. Discover why these disciples left, what separates true believers from fair-weather followers, and how modern theology often misses the mark when interpreting these crucial verses.

What You'll Learn:

✓ The real meaning behind John 6:64-67 and "from the beginning"

✓ How Judas fulfilled prophecy while making his own wicked choices

✓ Biblical refutation of Calvinist interpretations of election

✓ Why God doesn't withhold salvation from anyone

✓ The connection between Zechariah's prophecy and Jesus' betrayal

✓ What happens when doctrine confronts our comfort zones

✓ How to recognize and avoid false discipleship patterns

This verse-by-verse exposition confronts the popular teaching that God predetermined who would be saved and who would be lost. Through careful examination of the Greek text, cross-references with Zechariah 11 and Matthew 27, and sound biblical interpretation, you'll see how God's gift of salvation is offered to all—not withheld from some.

If you've ever struggled with questions about election, predestination, or why people walk away from faith, this sermon provides clear, Bible-based answers. Pastor Fortunato doesn't shy away from hard truths, showing how Jesus refused to soften His message even when crowds left Him.

Key Moments:

• The cost of true discipleship vs. comfortable Christianity

• Understanding Judas as God's instrument while maintaining human responsibility

• Why "from the beginning" doesn't mean eternity past

• How doctrine should divide when truth is at stake

• The danger of following Jesus only for what He can give us

This expository preaching will challenge your thinking, strengthen your faith, and help you understand what it means to truly follow Jesus—not just when it's convenient, but especially when His Word confronts our preferences.

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