Friday, December 9, 2011

In Our Times


Jesus said Follow Me


Andrew turned around to see Jesus looking at them.  His gaze drew him in.  The fisherman had been given an invitation to join this man-to walk with him, live with him, eath with him, and learn from him.  Instantly Andrew had made up his mind to trust his life to Jesus.  He was willing to give up everything that he had dreamed for his future becuase he saw something in Jesus he could not ignore.  ”Without delay” he left and followed Jesus.  
There was no hesitation, no indecisiveness.  He knew right away that he wanted to be with Jesus.  Nothing else mattered.  When Jesus invited “follow me”, some like Andrew followed.  However, others did not.  What was the difference?  The ones who folowed must have seen something different in Jesus than the others had.  Maybe the ones who ignored His offer thought that Jeus was interesting, but they didn’t think he was worth following.  
Maybe their reputation and image was stronger than their desire to be associated with Jesus.  Even today Jesus walks past individuals and calls out to them.  Yet, some by not saying “yes” are saying “no”.  Make sure you say “yes” today.

As Christians

As Christians, we are called to follow God, to fellowship with other believers and to be fishers of men. Running the race isn’t easy but when we do it along with others it becomes much easier.

He Knows