Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard what John had said and who had followed Jesus. The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ).

 And he brought him to Jesus.  (John 1:40)

John 1:35-42

As people, many of us love to share things and experiences. Take a look at FaceBook, Instagram or the like, and you will see evidence of this. These social media platforms allow us to share our lives and excitement virtually. In the time of Jesus, people would have to share all their news physically.

Andrew followed Jesus, and after spending some time with him on that day, he was convinced that Jesus was the Messiah. His excitement was uncontainable, and he went to find his brother, told him who he had found and brought him to Jesus to show him, to share his “find”.

For Simon, this was a turning point. Meeting Jesus changed everything for him. His life was transformed, not only in name but in all that he was and would become. As Peter, he became a true follower of Christ, the one on whom the church was built.

Let’s look back at Andrew, though. Andrew is the example that we should be following daily. He consistently shared the news of Jesus and brought people to meet him. Andrew shows us that to be a disciple we need to accept the invitation to be, follow, and stay with Jesus; to love and trust him; and to share his message with others.

Who will you share Jesus’ message with today? How can we become better disciples?

Reflections by Gillian Hugo

Our Lord and Father,
We ask that you help us to be more like Andrew and Peter, 

to be good disciples. Move in us as we share your message with others. Shine through us so that we can be living examples of your love.
Amen.

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