Jesus spoke plainly to the people and an argument ensued. The Jewish people were arguing and we get this question as context: "How can this man give us his flesh to eat?"
But, Jesus isn't done yet. In verses 53-59, Jesus points more explicitly to himself as the Bread of Life, as the one who has been sent from God. The things that Jesus said were impossible to accept without eyes of faith. Eyes of faith are only possible by the work of the Holy Spirit.
But the pushback on Jesus' statements isn't just from unbelievers, but even from his disciples. They recognized that this was a difficult statement that would be tough for people in that culture to accept. Can you relate? Aren't there plenty things from Scripture where you might think: this is a tough teaching, who can accept it?
The truth is too important and Jesus doesn't shy away from it. It is the truth that saves - the truth that Jesus gave up his flesh on the cross, the truth that Jesus spilled his blood on the cross - so that we would be saved.
So, what happens when God's Word, the truth, comes in conflict with my perception of the world or my perception of myself? Will I walk away from Jesus? Many did, many still do. Will I seek a watered-down Jesus that I can stomach? Many did, many still do.
When the truth comes in conflict with my perception of the world or my perception of myself, the believe has an opportunity - an opportunity to approach the Father and the Word with humility; an opportunity for the Holy Spirit to shape and mold me.
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