In what ways can we emulate Andrew's eagerness to share Jesus today? Andrew’s Moment in John 1:41 “He first found his brother Simon and told him, ‘We have found the Messiah’ (which is translated as Christ).” — John 1:41 What We See in Andrew • Immediate action: “He first found his brother…” • Personal connection: went straight to family. • Clear proclamation: identified Jesus as “the Messiah.” • Joy-filled certainty: no hesitancy, no qualifiers. Why Andrew’s Eagerness Matters • Genuine faith overflows (Luke 6:45). • Early disciples set the evangelistic rhythm for the church (Acts 1:8). • Andrew’s simple witness led to Peter’s life-changing encounter, showing God multiplies obedience (John 1:42). Practical Ways to Emulate Andrew Today 1. Start with those closest to you • Family, roommates, close friends. • Share what Jesus has done for you in everyday conversation. • Example: “I was reading John this morning and was reminded how much Jesus cares about our worries.” 2. Keep the message simple and Christ-centered • “We have found the Messiah” kept the spotlight on Jesus, not on Andrew’s experience. • Stick to the gospel essentials: sin, cross, resurrection, faith (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). 3. Act promptly • Schedule a coffee, send a text, invite someone to church—do it “first.” • Ephesians 5:16: “making the most of your time, because the days are evil.” 4. Cultivate expectancy • Andrew expected Simon to care; we trust the Spirit to work (John 16:8). • Pray for open hearts, then step out (Colossians 4:3-4). 5. Use natural bridges • Andrew leveraged brotherhood; we can use shared interests, workplaces, or crises. • John 4:10-15 shows Jesus using water as the bridge. 6. Point to Scripture • Let God’s Word speak: Romans 10:17, “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.” • Offer to read a Gospel together; God’s Word never returns void (Isaiah 55:11). 7. Live authentically • Andrew’s life backed his words; consistency lends credibility (Philippians 2:15-16). • Confess failures openly, showing grace at work. Helpful Verses to Fuel Eagerness • Matthew 28:19-20 — Great Commission. • Acts 4:20 — “For we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” • 1 Peter 3:15 — Be ready to give an answer with gentleness and respect. • 2 Corinthians 5:14 — “For Christ’s love compels us.” Putting It into Practice This Week • Identify one person God has placed in your life; pray daily for openness. • Share one personal testimony of Jesus’ work in conversation. • Invite that person to read a chapter of John with you. • Follow up, listen, and keep pointing back to Christ. Final Encouragement Andrew’s brief cameo shows that eager obedience, even in small moments, can ripple into generations. Let’s seize our “first” opportunities, speak the name of Jesus plainly, and trust God to do the multiplying. |
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