Jesus. : Trusting Jesus First, Only, Now, and AlwaysNäide

Jesus was and is the Messiah, the One anointed (chosen and sent) by God to deliver His people and establish His kingdom. When Jesus showed up, the Jews had already been expecting Him for a long time. They hoped the Messiah would be a political leader and help them overthrow the Roman government that was oppressing them, but God had something even better in mind. God sent Jesus to deliver people everywhere from sin because it separates us from Him, something way worse than political oppression.
Because Andrew, Peter, Philip, and Nathaniel all became part of the Twelve disciples chosen by Jesus to help Him in a special way during His ministry, we just assume it was easy for them to believe Jesus was Who He said He was, but that may not be true.
When Phillip told Nathaniel who Jesus was, he was skeptical, but that didn’t offend Jesus. Instead, Jesus offered Nathaniel the proof he needed to believe. He also gave Nathaniel a compliment. He called Nathaniel “true” (honest). Jesus doesn’t want blind followers. He wants thinking followers who use the faith God gives them to believe that Jesus is Who He says He is and did what He says He has done.
Nathaniel did put his faith in Jesus and never wavered. As a result, Nathaniel went to Heaven when he died and gets to see things only those who put their faith in Jesus get to see. We know because Jesus said it would happen. The same is true for any of us who put our faith in Jesus for salvation.
Pühakiri
About this Plan

Life is confusing and overwhelming at times. We wish there was a simple answer to our questions and problems, so why do we resist when people say, “What you need is Jesus”? Truth? “Jesus” isn’t just a church answer to church questions. As members of the early church discovered, Jesus is the answer you’re looking for. He really is what you need. Period.
More
Related Plans

Love Because: Devotions for In-Law Relationships

Purpose, People, & Prevention: Thriving in Public Health With God

Kingdom Courage

If Jesus Is Your Friend

God Within You - Awaken to the Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit

Hope for Imperfect Families From the Story of Joseph

Do Not Be Anxious About Anything

The Sabbath Way: Finding the Rest Your Soul Craves by Travis West

Technicolor Woman
