QT 30/01/2026 Fri. John 1:35–51. Responsively Answering the Call of Jesus to Follow 尽快回应耶稣的呼召
QT 30/01/2026 Fri. John 1:35–51. Responsively Answering the Call of Jesus to Follow
READ http://www.esv.org/john1:35-51
The Gospel of John shows us that following Jesus rarely begins with a dramatic sermon or miracle. Instead, it often starts with a simple witness, a curious question, and a willing response. In this passage, we see ordinary people encountering the extraordinary Christ—and responding in faith that grows deeper step by step.
(1) Following Begins with Seeing Who Jesus Truly Is (vv. 35–37)
John the Baptist points away from himself and toward Jesus: “Behold, the Lamb of God!”
True discipleship always begins here—not with self-improvement, but with recognition of who Jesus is. John identifies Jesus as the Lamb, the One who will take away sin. When the two disciples hear this, they immediately leave John and follow Jesus.
🔍 Devotional Insight: Following Jesus requires a willingness to let go of even good things—teachers, routines, or comfort—when Christ calls us forward.
Question: What voices are shaping your attention right now? Are they pointing you toward Jesus?
(2) Jesus Invites Honest Seeking, Not Pretend Faith (vv. 38–39)
Jesus turns and asks a searching question: “What are you seeking?” This is not a rebuke—it’s an invitation. Jesus welcomes honest seekers. The disciples don’t give a theological answer; they simply want to be with Him.
Jesus replies, “Come and you will see.” Christian faith is not merely explained; it is experienced through relationship.
🔍 Devotional Insight: Jesus doesn’t demand full understanding before following—only willingness to come and see.
Question: Are you following Jesus out of habit, or because you truly desire to be with Him?
(3) Encountering Jesus Leads to Witnessing About Him (vv. 40–42, 45)
Andrew immediately finds his brother Simon and says, “We have found the Messiah.”
Philip does the same with Nathanael. Notice the simplicity: no argument, no pressure—just joyful testimony.
🔍 Devotional Insight: Those who genuinely encounter Christ naturally want others to meet Him too. Evangelism flows from relationship, not obligation.
Question: Who has God placed in your life that you could simply invite to “come and see”?
(4) Jesus Meets Skepticism with Revelation (vv. 46–49)
Nathanael doubts: “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?”
Philip doesn’t debate. He echoes Jesus’ words: “Come and see.”
When Nathanael encounters Jesus, Christ reveals supernatural knowledge of him. This personal revelation leads Nathanael to confess Jesus as Son of God and King of Israel.
🔍 Devotional Insight: Jesus meets honest doubt with personal truth. He knows us fully—and still calls us.
Question: Are you bringing your doubts to Jesus, or letting them keep you at a distance?
(5) Following Jesus Leads to Greater Revelation (vv. 50–51)
Jesus promises something more: “You will see greater things than these.”
He points to Himself as the bridge between heaven and earth—the fulfillment of God’s saving plan.
🔍 Devotional Insight: The Christian life is a journey of unfolding revelation. The more we follow, the more we see.
Question: Are you content with a past experience of Jesus, or are you expecting Him to reveal more of Himself?
Conclusion
This passage shows us that discipleship is not passive. It is responsive:
(a) Responding to testimony
(b) Responding to invitation
(c) Responding with faith
(d) Responding by inviting others
Jesus still says, “Follow me.” The question is not whether He calls—but whether we will respond.
Prayer
Dear God, open our eyes to see You as You truly are. Give us hearts that seek You honestly, feet that follow You willingly, and mouths that testify about You boldly. Help us respond daily to Your call. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
QT 30/01/2026 星期五. 约翰福音1:35–51 尽快回应耶稣的呼召
阅读 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=john 1%3A35-51&version=CNVS
《约翰福音》向我们揭示：跟随耶稣的旅程鲜少始于震撼人心的讲道或神迹，往往源于简单的见证、好奇的提问与甘心的回应。本段经文展现了平凡之人遇见非凡基督的场景——他们以信心的回应逐步深化，一步步跟随。
(1) 跟随始于认清耶稣的真貌（35-37节）
施洗约翰将目光从自己转向耶稣：“看哪，神的羔羊！”
真正的门徒之路始于此——不是自我完善，而是认清耶稣的身份。约翰宣告耶稣是除罪的羔羊。两位门徒听闻此言，当即离开约翰跟随了耶稣。
🔍 灵修洞见：跟随耶稣需要甘愿舍弃一切——即便美好的事物：导师、习惯或安逸——当基督呼召我们向前时。
问题：此刻哪些声音正牵引着你的注意力？它们是否正指向耶稣？
(2) 耶稣邀请真诚寻求，而非虚假信仰（38-39节）
耶稣转身提出探询之问：“你们要找什么？” 这并非责备，而是邀请。耶稣接纳真诚的寻求者。门徒未作神学回应，他们只渴望与祂同在。
耶稣回答说：“你来就看见了。”基督教信仰并非仅靠言语阐释，而是通过关系亲身经历。
🔍 灵修洞见：耶稣不要求跟随者先完全理解，只需愿意前来亲眼看。
问题：你跟随耶稣是出于习惯，还是真心渴望与祂同在？
(3) 遇见耶稣带来见证（40-42,45节）
安得烈立刻找到哥哥西门说：“我们遇见弥赛亚了。”
腓力对拿但业也是如此。注意这种单纯：没有辩论，没有压力——唯有喜乐的见证。
🔍 灵修洞见：真正遇见基督的人，自然渴望他人也遇见祂。传福音源于关系，而非义务。
问题：神在你生命中安置了谁，让你能简单地邀请他“来看看”？
(4) 耶稣以启示回应怀疑（46-49节）
拿但业质疑：“拿撒勒能出什么好的吗？” 腓力不辩驳，只复述耶稣的话：“你来看看吧。”
当拿但业遇见耶稣时，基督显明了对他的超自然认知。这般个人的启示使拿但业承认耶稣是神的儿子、以色列的王。
🔍 灵修洞见：耶稣以个人的真理回应真诚的怀疑。祂全然知晓我们——却依然呼召我们。
问题：你是否将疑虑带到耶稣面前，还是让它们阻隔你与祂的距离？
(5) 跟随耶稣带来更深的启示（50-51节）
耶稣应许更多：“你们将看见比这些更大的事。” 祂指明自己就是连接天地的桥梁——成就神救赎计划的根基。
🔍 灵修洞见：基督徒的生命是启示逐步展开的旅程。跟随愈深，看见愈多。
问题：你是否满足于过往与耶稣的相遇，还是期待祂进一步向你显明自己？
结论
这段经文揭示门徒之道并非被动，而是回应的历程：
(a) 回应见证
(b) 回应呼召
(c) 以信心回应
(d) 通过邀请他人回应
耶稣仍在呼唤：“跟从我。” 关键不在于祂是否呼召——而在于我们是否回应。
祷告
亲爱的主，求祢开启我们的眼睛，使我们看见祢真实的样式。赐给我们真诚寻求祢的心、甘心跟随祢的脚步、勇敢见证祢的口舌。帮助我们每日回应祢的呼召。奉耶稣的名求。阿们。
