Isaiah 49:1-6
1 Cor. 1:1-9
John 1:29-41
Psalm 40:1-12
 
Jesus came to take away the sins of the world. This mission was assigned by God, accomplished by the Son of God, and revealed to John by the Holy Spirit. John was given the privilege of announcing the moment, the Man, and His mission. John's testimony and Jesus' words were effective to convince Andrew that Jesus is the Messiah. The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, "We have found the Messiah".
 
It is hard for us to grasp what it means to "take away the sin of the world." The depth of our LORD'S mission far exceed our understanding, but surely that mission has to do with the complete and final reconciliation of . . . 

Isaiah 49:1-6
1 Cor. 1:1-9
John 1:29-41
Psalm 40:1-12
 
Jesus came to take away the sins of the world. This mission was assigned by God, accomplished by the Son of God, and revealed to John by the Holy Spirit. John was given the privilege of announcing the moment, the Man, and His mission. John's testimony and Jesus' words were effective to convince Andrew that Jesus is the Messiah. The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, "We have found the Messiah".
 
It is hard for us to grasp what it means to "take away the sin of the world." The depth of our LORD'S mission far exceed our understanding, but surely that mission has to do with the complete and final reconciliation of God with all creation. The task of "taking away" was begun at Bethlehem, accomplished on a cross, and confirmed in the resurrection.
 
Christian friends, In order for others to be changed by Christ, they must first come in contact with Him. Here is where you come in. Be an Andrew and invite others today, and see what happens in their life and your own. Praise God for His availability, and willingness to minister to you when you spend time with Him.
 
To walk in fellowship with Christ
And sense His love so deep and true
Brings to the souls its highest joy
As nothing in this world can do.
 
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY - Jesus longs for our fellowship even more than we long for Him.
PRAY - Almighty and eternal God, Governor of all things in heaven and on earth, mercifully hear the prayers of Your people, and grant us Your peace in our days. Amen