Have you ever found something so amazing that you couldn’t help but share it? Maybe it was a great podcast, a new restaurant, or a life-changing book. When we’re excited about something, talking about it comes naturally. But what about Jesus? Do we share Him with the same enthusiasm?
In Luke 5:17-26, we see a powerful example of determination and faith. A paralyzed man’s friends believed that if they could just get him to Jesus, his life would change forever. But when they arrived, the house where Jesus was teaching was packed. There was no room, no way in. Most people would have turned back. Not these friends. They climbed onto the roof, dug through it, and lowered the man down—right in front of Jesus. Their faith and persistence led to both physical and spiritual healing.
The Urgency of the Call
The need for people to meet Jesus hasn’t changed. Yet, unlike that overflowing house in Capernaum, our churches today often have plenty of empty seats. The world is full of people who are hurting, searching, and in need of hope. But are we doing whatever it takes to bring them to Jesus?
Just as those friends refused to let obstacles stop them, we must be just as bold in sharing our faith. We may not have to dig through roofs, but we may have to step out of our comfort zones. It could mean having difficult conversations, offering invitations, or simply being present in someone’s life with love and compassion.
Following Jesus Isn’t Always Easy
When Jesus called His first disciples—Peter, Andrew, James, and John—He simply said, “Come with me.” At first, they followed eagerly, dropping their nets without hesitation. But as they journeyed with Jesus, they realized that following Him wasn’t always simple. There was much to confront, much to leave behind, and much to do. Yet through it all, Jesus remained with them.
The same is true for us. Following Jesus isn’t just about a moment of excitement—it’s about a lifelong commitment. It’s about doing the hard work of growing in faith and bringing others along with us.
What Will You Do?
The challenge is clear:
What will you do to bring your friends to Jesus?
What will you do to bring Jesus to your friends?
It’s not always easy. It takes effort, courage, and faith. But just as Jesus remained with His disciples, He remains with us. And when we take action—when we do whatever it takes—lives can be transformed.
So, who in your life needs to meet Jesus? And what are you willing to do to help them get there?
Let’s step forward in faith together. Come with.
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Join us this Sunday at Mount Lebanon as we continue our Come With series and explore what it means to do whatever it takes to get people to Jesus, even if it means digging a whole in the roof.
9:30 am @ Mount Lebanon | 4809 N 60th Street
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