Peter’s Invitation to Follow Jesus
Jesus is gathering disciples. When Jesus calls out to them and says, “Come and see” — they are introduced to someone who will forever change their lives. By this point, the pair know only what they have learned from John the Baptizer. Recognizing Jesus by his appropriate title, “The Messiah” (John 1:41), the brothers are off to a great start. This encounter gives us a feel for what it would have been like to uncover the best kept secret, as they did in that moment… the (long-awaited) Messiah is HERE. Present. What is the first thing Andrew does? To run (not walk, RUN) to get his brother, Simon (Peter), excitedly telling him the good news. It is “go and get” so Simon can “come and see” for himself. Sometimes in our cultural hustle, we lose sight of the call to “come and see” where God is calling us. The reality remains that Jesus actively and purposely invites us still, today. In this journey through the encounters of Peter and Jesus, let us turn our attention toward the practical faith which we have inherited: we must emulate this invitation and welcome all, just as Jesus did. Be bold. Be ready for the call. Come and see!
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Rev. Arthur Jones | 04/15/2023 | 9:30 Traditional
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Rev. Jimmy Decker | 04/16/2023 | 9:30 Contemporary
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Rev. Arthur Jones | 04/16/2023 | 11:00 Contemporary
- Date: 04/15/2023 - 04/16/2023
- 04/15/2023 9:30 Rev. Arthur Jones | Traditional
- 04/16/2023 9:30 Rev. Jimmy Decker | Contemporary
- 04/16/2023 11:00 Rev. Arthur Jones | Contemporary
