Even as thousands turn back, Jesus relaxes, grounded in a deep sense of the Father’s sovereignty and plan. He understands that, ultimately, it is the Father who draws disciples, and the Father who keeps them there. Regardless of the outcome, Jesus trusts that the Father is responsible for his mission and will send the right people to him. He models a steady contentment in doing God’s will, in God’s way, according to God’s timetable.
