Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard what John had said and who had followed Jesus. The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ). And he brought him to Jesus.
Over the years I have heard a lot of Christians talk about “sharing the Gospel” with people, sometimes suggesting that believers should be sharing the Gospel with everyone whether you know them or not. While there might be a time and place for that, or that might be for those gifted with a certain calling, this picture of sharing the Gospel is personal. Andrew runs to find his brother, Peter. He tells him, “We have found the Messiah.” Then he brings him to see Jesus personally.
Q: If you were to find yourself in a similar situation as Andrew, who would be the first person you would go to with news about the Messiah?
My Pastor,..so he can make necessary changes to his sermon,..
John…
You make me smile and leave me wondering about your pastor’s sermons! Wouldn’t it be interesting to be the recipient of the news that Jesus is here?! That day is coming! 🙂
He would have to change his sermon cause Jesus would be here in the flesh again,..my pastor brings Jesus into every sermon,..if he didn’t I would be wondering too,..glad to hear you got a smile outta that
I’d tell Jeff so that I could win “post of the week”. 🤓
Actually, I’d ask who he would send me to. I’m not bright so I need to ask for directions.
No worries Robster. You’ve racked up lots of posting points!! 🙂
As stewards of our families I would begin there, as Andrew did.
I believe we are called to share the gospel using the spiritual gift(s)
we are even by God. Let Christ be seen in whatever manner He has chosen to minister to others through each of us.
So true Ron. It is easy to overlook those closest to us and yet sometimes they represent great need.
I would tell my oldest son, and if possible I would like to take him to see Jesus. I feel like the news that the Messiah was here would be the greatest comfort to him. Also, he is at an age that the news or seeing Him in person would have a great impact on the rest of his life.
Chris,
I applaud you wanting your son to know Jesus as you do. Questions like the one on this post make us think. It is like asking a person what one thing would you take if you were going to be dropped off on a deserted island? Would you take a Bible or a shovel? A gun or a fork? Pressure concentrates our thinking and helps us discern our priorities.