How can we invite others to "come and see" Jesus today? The Simple Power of “Come and See” “Philip found Nathanael and told him, ‘We have found the One Moses wrote about in the Law, the One the prophets foretold—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.’ ‘Can anything good come from Nazareth?’ Nathanael asked. ‘Come and see,’ said Philip.” (John 1:45-46) What Philip Modeled • Confidence in the Word—Philip trusted that the Scriptures pointed to Jesus. • Personal testimony—“We have found…” kept it relational, not theoretical. • An open invitation—no lecture, no debate, just “Come and see.” Principle for Today: Invitation Over Argument • Arguments can harden hearts; invitations soften them. • “Come and see” shifts the focus from us to Christ Himself. • Psalm 34:8 echoes the same spirit: “Taste and see that the LORD is good.” Practical Ways to Say “Come and See” Today • Share your story in everyday conversation—how Christ changed specific areas of your life. (Mark 5:19) • Offer to read a Gospel together—keep meetings short, let Scripture speak. (Romans 10:17) • Invite friends to church or a small group—people often meet Jesus among His people. (Acts 2:46-47) • Practice intentional hospitality—meals open doors for gospel talk. (Luke 5:29-32) • Use digital spaces wisely—post Scripture, testimonies, and Christ-honoring content without quarrels. (Philippians 4:5) • Serve side-by-side—volunteer together; let them see Christ’s love in action. (Matthew 5:16) Live a Life Worth Investigating • Consistent character makes the invitation credible. (1 Peter 2:12) • Joy in trials makes people curious. (James 1:2-3) • Hope that endures invites questions. (1 Peter 3:15) Depend on God’s Work • Pray for open doors and receptive hearts. (Colossians 4:3) • Trust the Spirit to reveal Christ; we plant and water, God gives the growth. (1 Corinthians 3:6-7) Final Encouragement Keep offering the simple, gracious invitation Philip used. As people “come and see,” Jesus still proves Himself irresistible. |
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