Come and See

Verse of the day: John 1:39 He said to them, “Come and see.” They came and saw where He was staying, and remained with Him that day (now it was about the tenth hour).

"Come and see." That was Jesus' response to two of the first disciples to follow after Him. Right from beginning Jesus was testing their faith, for they had asked Him where He was living, as they desired to be with Him, go where He was going, and stay where He was staying. In spite of Jesus not really answering their question, they chose to follow, not knowing where they were going or where they would end up. Often, that is how we are called to follow Jesus, without really knowing where we are going or where we'll end up. We don't always know the outcome or consequences for the things we choose under His guidance, and direction. He calls us to trust Him for the outcome of every situtaion He guides us through. He may even lead us to do something that goes completely against what everyone else would do or even agree with. However, living for God, living the truth, and truly following Jesus, is not going to always sit right with others. The bottom line is that following Jesus is never dull, if we are truly willing to follow. It will be the greatest challange of our life, as following Him is simple, but not always easy, because it requires faith, and trusting Him completely. Remember, we have a greater advantage over the disciples. They did not know where Jesus was taking them. For us, as born again believers, we at least know our destination...eternity in Heaven, with our Savior.