Lent Day 8 - John 1:38–39

“Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou?  He saith unto them, Come and see. They came and saw where he dwelt, and abode with him that day…”

Jesus’ first question in John’s Gospel is deeply personal: “What seek ye?” Not, “What do you believe?” Not, “What do you know?” But, “What are you really looking for?” It’s a question that reaches past theology into the heart.  The two disciples don’t give a polished answer. They simply ask where He is staying. And Jesus responds with three simple words that have changed countless lives: “Come and see.”

In the Jewish world, disciples didn’t just attend lectures—they lived with their rabbi. They watched how he prayed, how he spoke, how he treated people, how he handled pressure. Following Jesus was not just about learning ideas; it was about sharing life.  Notice how gentle Jesus’ invitation is. He doesn’t pressure. He doesn’t argue. He doesn’t perform a miracle. He simply opens the door to relationship.

Lent is not just about doing more religious things. It is about spending more intentional time with Jesus. Sitting with Him. Listening to Him. Letting His presence shape us.  Today, hear Jesus say to you again, “Come and see.” Not “Come and fix yourself.” Not “Come and impress Me.” Just come—and stay awhile.

Prayer:
Jesus, I want to be with You, not just know about You. Help me to seek You honestly and follow You closely. Teach me what it means to live in Your presence. Amen.