Come and you will see...

“Again, the next day, John stood with two of his disciples. And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, “Behold the Lamb of God.” The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. Then Jesus turned, and seeing them following, said to them, “What do you seek?” They said to Him, “Rabbi” (which is to say, when translated, Teacher), “where are You staying?” He said to them, “Come and see.”  (John 1:35-39) (NKJV)

 

 

Studying the holy word of God this past week, I came across this familiar story of John the Baptist preparing the way in the wilderness baptizing with water. He was with John and Andrew, who were followers of John the Baptist and in this story became the first disciples of JESUS.

John pointed out JESUS to them at a distance and John and Andrew took off immediately to follow JESUS. JESUS words to them “Come and you will see” have been ringing in my head since I read this earlier in the week. 

“Come and you will See” is an invitational from God and also a promise. These words are not just for the first two disciples but to all who seek freedom, including you and me. God is always ready to receive us and as we take that step out of darkness into light, the holy spirit is activated in us and reveals more of the LORD to us.

Saying “Yes” to the call of JESUS is not just at the altar, but a daily choice we make. Many have come to God and not seen as they have not allowed God to touch them and haven’t made his presence their priority.

Know that wherever you are in your journey with King JESUS he has more for you. Our gift in him is a sovereign gift and has nothing to do with man‘s achievement. It is like any gift though…It must be unwrapped.

Come and see all that God has for you and experience His gifts for it is with His gifts that we catch the breathe of God. Praying that you, too, will see that God is bigger than His book.

“Blessed are all those who put their trust in Him.” Psalm 2:12 (NKJV).

Shalom,

Rick Hawbaker,

Praying 4 U Ministries