Why is it important to bring others to Jesus, as Andrew did? Andrew’s Quiet Example • John 1:40–42 lays it out simply: “Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard John’s testimony and followed Jesus. He first found his brother Simon and told him, ‘We have found the Messiah’ … Andrew brought him to Jesus.” • No fanfare, no pulpit—just a personal conversation and an invitation. • That one act introduced Peter, who would preach at Pentecost and help turn the world upside down (Acts 2). Why Bringing Others to Jesus Matters • It fulfills Christ’s marching orders. – Matthew 28:19-20: “Go and make disciples of all nations …” • People cannot believe unless someone tells them. – Romans 10:13-15: “How can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard?” • God chooses to work through human witnesses. – 2 Corinthians 5:20: “We are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us.” • Eternal destinies hang in the balance. – John 3:18: “Whoever does not believe stands condemned already.” • Heaven celebrates every soul that turns. – Luke 15:10: “There is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.” Blessings Released When We Bring Others • Wisdom credited to the soul-winner. – Proverbs 11:30: “He who wins souls is wise.” • Future glory promised. – Daniel 12:3: “Those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever.” • Multitudes touched through one convert. – Andrew reached Peter; Peter reached thousands. God multiplies small beginnings. • Personal faith deepens. Sharing Christ forces us to rely on the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8). • Love for others grows; nothing strengthens compassion like caring for someone’s eternity (James 5:20). What We Learn From Andrew’s Approach 1. Start with those closest to you. “He first found his brother Simon.” 2. Speak naturally about what you have found: “We have found the Messiah.” 3. Bring, don’t merely point. Andrew “brought him to Jesus” by walking with Peter to the Lord. 4. Trust Jesus with the outcome. Once Peter stood before Christ, Jesus renamed and redirected him. Conversion and calling are the Lord’s work. Practical Ways to Follow Andrew Today • Share your testimony in everyday conversation—a meal, a text, a coffee break. • Invite a friend to read a Gospel with you; let them meet Jesus in Scripture. • Offer to pray for needs, then connect answered prayer to Christ. • Use technology: send a sermon link, post a verse, start an online study group. • Keep a short list of names and pray daily for open doors (Colossians 4:3). Promises That Fuel Our Courage • Isaiah 55:11: God’s word “will not return to Me empty.” • 1 Corinthians 1:21: “God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe.” • Matthew 28:20: “I am with you always.” Encouragement to Act Today Andrew reminds us that bringing one person to Jesus can impact countless others. The same Lord who used a fisherman’s quiet invitation is ready to use our words, our love, and our steps of faith—right now. |
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