Drawn By Jesus

Who Drew You? Were you drawn by the Father to His Son, as reflected in the historical context of John 6:44? “No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up on the last day.” Or, were you drawn by Jesus to Himself after He was raised up, as reflected in the context recorded for us in John 12:32? ”And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to Myself.” Due to relatively modern debates over man-made westernized theological constructs, the two drawings recorded for us above are often conflated to be one and the same, but does that fit the original context of John’s gospel? This book seeks to explore each of these passages in order to better understand the author’s intention within its proper historical context. At the heart of this work lies a profound theological dispute. Throughout the rich tapestry of Christian history, countless disagreements, dialogues, and debates have left their indelible mark on the Church. From the earliest recorded disputes among the apostles to the present-day theological divisions among various denominations and sects, Christians have perpetually grappled with divergent beliefs and practices –both significant and trivial. That is a mark of human free will, after all.