Reflection On John 1: 35-42

The theme of reading ‘Jesus as the Lamb of God’ continued by John the Baptist. He introduced Jesus as the ‘lamb’ to his two disciples. They heard him say and at once went with Jesus.  Jesus questioned them saying, what they were looking for? But they addressed Him as Rabbi (Teacher) and asked where did He live? Here Jesus gave them an open invitation to become his disciples and asked them to ‘come and see.’ Those who went, saw and experienced Jesus, joined his group, leaving everything behind. This gradually revealed the identity of Jesus to the disciples. After remaining with Jesus they proclaimed that they found the Messiah. This led them to become Heralds of the Good News. It was certainly Andrew told his brother Simon that he found the Messiah (Christ). But the real meaning was understood in the latter days, when Jesus suffered for the sins of the world and was crucified.  Finally it was Jesus who called Simon as ‘Cephas’. This is the same name as Peter = ‘a rock’ who was foundation for the Church.

What do you get message for your life?

The word ‘Lamb’ is derived from the Greek word ‘amnos’ = one who will be humiliated and slaughtered. The same word descripted in the book of Revelation 5:6 as victorious, glorious Lamb of God who has conquered death. Jesus gave an open invitation not only to disciples but to whole mankind throughout the ages even producing at different times and situations. Only those who feel his presence can able to experience Him and know how good He is. Once a professor was at his class took an apple and ate before the students questioned, ‘what was the taste of the apple I ate just now?’ No one answered. He said, ‘only I know it because I ate it.’ Even Samuel’s vocation is similar to the context of the reading. He could not meet Yahweh. Later when he realized he responded, ‘Speak Lord, your servant is listening.’ And Yahweh spoke. That is why it is an open invitation to everyone to work for Him who is always in your side.

Once a Professor went to meet a Zen Master to learn about Buddhism. The Master took a cup and jar of tea and began to fill the cup. The cup was filled to the brim, yet the Master did not stop. It overflowed. Still he did not stop until the Professor intervened saying, ‘the cup isn’t contain anymore.’ You too are like this cup – full to receive anything more’ said the Master. 
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To experience Jesus we need to empty ourselves and go with an open heart. If we give more importance to business than to the Lord then we are failed to receive His calling and accept Him. If we receive Jesus with an open heart, surely there will be no need to turn back.

Question yourself:

Do I listen to God’s call?

Do I accept or neglect Him?

Do I take Jesus as the Master?