January 11 Worship

This message takes us on a profound journey from passive observation to active spiritual engagement, using the powerful distinction between looking versus seeing, and hearing versus listening. Drawing from John 1:29-42, we explore how the first disciples moved from merely watching Jesus to truly understanding His divine nature. The sermon challenges us with Jesus' penetrating question: 'What are you looking for?' This isn't just about physical sight or sound—it's about spiritual perception. We learn that John the Baptist didn't introduce Jesus as a moral teacher but as 'the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world,' addressing the brokenness that separates us from God and each other. The transformation happens when we accept Jesus' invitation to 'come and see,' moving from curiosity to commitment. Like Andrew, who couldn't keep his discovery to himself and ran to tell his brother, we're called to share the life-giving experiences we've had. The message reminds us that faith isn't just intellectual or emotional—it engages both mind and heart. This week, we're encouraged to look beyond our problems to the Provider, to listen for that quiet voice saying 'peace, be still' amid life's noise, and to become people whose presence brings light and life to others.