During our Lenten journey it is so crucial for us to wrap our minds around the incredible journey that led Jesus to the Cross. Our desire in this journey with Jesus is for you to use to be encouraged and inspired. In John 1 we are reminded of how powerful faithful obedience can be. In verse 43 Jesus calls out to Phillip and says, "Follow me." I want to make sure you do not miss what happens. Phillip doesn't question Jesus at all, doesn't ask what he'll get out of it, doesn't ask if it will be easy, doesn't ask if people will think well of him or even if he can bring anything along.
All Phillip does is follow Jesus without question or hesitation. He was so inspired in fact that he tells Nathaniel that Jesus is the real deal and the one who Moses wrote about in the law and prophets. (John 1:45). Please note that all Phillip uses in his message to the others is his experience with Jesus. Going forward can we live like Phillip with unconditional resolve to let Jesus be first place over our entire life and tell others about the difference He has made and is making?
Lord, help me to be a vessel for your light and allow me to be a blessing for you today. AMEN
