It took a year to read the Bible, then almost 9 months to read the Apocrypha. Now, I'm going to try to offer reflections on the Narrative Lectionary. But, I won't be posting daily--at least, for a while.

Monday, January 9, 2012

Being Seen, Reflection on John 1:43-48

Cynthia Anderson writes in "Living the Word" in the January 13, 2009, Christian Century:
What changes Nathanael's life isn't Philip's persuasive description of Jesus; it's not even Nathanael's observation of Jesus. It is not what Nathanael sees about Jesus that changes things, but what Jesus sees about Nathanael.

Being seen and known by Jesus turns this ordinary encounter into a life-changing experience that opens Nathanael to the light that's come into the world to reveal heaven itself.
Philip was important in this process. Watch out for opportunities to be Philip. And pay attention to the Philips in your life.
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