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Bringing People To Jesus

John 12:20-22
Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the festival. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. ‘Sir,’ they said, ‘we would like to see Jesus.’ Philip went to tell Andrew; Andrew and Philip in turn told Jesus. (NIVUK)

Although the Passover festival was for devout Jews, it was attended by people from up to a thousand miles away (Acts 2:8-11).  Some of these were converts to Judaism, others were interested Gentiles.  Indeed, the Temple in Jerusalem had a special 'Court of the Gentiles' where they were welcomed to worship God.  Some of those Greeks contacted Philip in a fishing village on Lake Galilee and asked for an interview with Jesus.
 
Philip was probably unsure about what to do.  After all, many people wanted to find Jesus so that the religious authorities could have Him killed.  Perhaps this was a subtle way of finding where He was.  So, Philip discussed it with Andrew; and the two of them came to Jesus.  Andrew obviously liked bringing people to Jesus: he brought his brother, Simon Peter (John 1:40-42); and he brought a small boy, whose picnic Jesus used to feed 5,000 (John 6:8-9). The Bible does not tell us what happened, but having heard that Greeks wanted to see his Master, Andrew was not going to ignore the request.
 
Today, many people are looking for truth, love, integrity, forgiveness and hope.  All these are found in Jesus, and so much more besides.  Although many have heard of Jesus, they may think that it would be impossible to meet Him; but you might be the person to help them.  If you know Jesus, then you can introduce your Saviour to anybody, especially those who go out of their way to seek Him.  

It is not complicated, but first go to the Lord and tell Him about the people who are eager to meet Him.  Pray first and then He will show you how to introduce them.  It is the highest privilege in the world to introduce human beings to their Creator! So do not ignore the opportunity - perhaps encourage them to watch www.crosscheck.org.uk, and then discuss it with them.

Prayer 
Almighty God. Thank You for being available to everybody who wants to find new life in Jesus. Forgive me for sometimes failing to see how much my friends and colleagues may want to know Jesus. Please help me to be ready and willing and eager to show them His character, from the Scriptures. And please help me to pray for them so that I will be able to work with You as You reveal Jesus to them. In His Name. Amen.
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