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Philip entered the crowd of disciples who followed Jesus, and this Philip did not hear the testimony of John the Baptist, nor did his brother come and testify like Peter, but Jesus had the characteristic of calling him directly.
Looking at these cases, we can see that there are many different ways to come to Jesus. Some have heard the proclamation of the prophets, others have been led by their brothers, and some have been led directly from their hearts to become disciples of the Lord.
In today's verse 45, Philip, following Jesus' call, goes to his friend Nathanael and testifies of Jesus.
1. Evangelism is the mission of the church
2. How should we preach the gospel?
There is a saying that “the gospel makes the gospel”. This means that the gospel itself should be delivered, not the wrapping paper that wrapped the gospel.
In a word, the content of the gospel must be based on the Bible. The Bible must be preached as it is, and the important thing is that the practice of life must follow. It must be communicated as a living gospel.
3. Come on
Andrew went to his brother Peter and said, “Come.” And Philip also goes to his friend Nathanael and says, “Come here.” If you misunderstand these words, it is easy to think that they are telling you to come and see and believe.
But now Andrew and Philip are presenting a solid proof of the gospel. In other words, they are presenting a solid basis for the gospel they met. They are giving the reason why they preach the gospel to Peter and Nathanael in this way.
And Peter and Nathanael, who received the evidence, come to complete faith. Why did they come to faith? Because Jesus Christ is the reason for our faith. Peter and Nathanael, who had solid evidence, both confess, “You are the Son of God.”
If the gospel you testified is truth, are you trying to show that you are living with that truth in your life?
Ladies and gentlemen, there is no irresponsible word like telling us to believe unconditionally when preaching the Gospel. What the hell do you mean to believe? Andrew Philip led to Jesus Christ.
How will you bring people to meet Jesus Christ today?
You will have to show Jesus Christ in your very own life based on the Bible.
“Come, behold, see that I walk in the truth, and hear what I say.”