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Come And See

Come And See Text Size: Zoom In May 10, 2011 — by David C. McCasland Subscribe on iTunes Play MP3 (Mobile) Our Daily Bread Radio is hosted by Les Lamborn Read: John 1:35-46 Come and see. —John 1:39 Bible in a year: 2 Kings 10-12; John 1:29-51 “Can you tell me where I can find the lightbulbs?” “Sure. Come with me, and I’ll take you to them.” In many large stores, employees are instructed to take customers to find what they are looking for rather than simply giving them verbal directions. This common act of courtesy and walking alongside an inquiring person may help us expand our concept of what it means to lead others to Christ. In John 1, the phrase “come and see” occurs twice. When two curious disciples of John the Baptist asked Jesus where He was staying, the Lord said, “Come and see” (v.39). After spending the day with Him, Andrew found his brother, Simon Peter, and brought him to Jesus (vv.40-41). Later, Philip told Nathanael he had found the Messiah. To Nathanael’s skeptical reply, Philip said, “Come and see” (v.46). Witnessing for Christ can be a one-time event when we speak the good news about Him to others. But it may also involve walking alongside people who are seeking help and wholeness. Our genuine interest in their spiritual welfare, our prayers, and our involvement with them say without words, “Come and see. Let’s walk together, and I’ll take you to Him.” The gospel has to be proclaimed, Its truth we need to share; But sometimes seekers also need To see how much we care. —Sper Kindness and compassion have led more people to Christ than proclamation alone.

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