Making Him Known

"No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, Who is Himself God and is in closest relationship with the Father, has made Him known"- John 1:18 (NIV).

I won't say who it was, but I was treated to a dinner years ago by a friend who shared that she believed in Jesus, but that He wasn't God. Many of the world religions recognize Jesus as a prophet, but not the Son of God. The Bible clearly states, as in today's message found in the Gospel of John, that Jesus is God's Son and is, Himself, God. In Jesus, we glimpse the invisible God; the firstborn over all creation (Colossians 1:15). That would have been an excellent time for me to witness to my friend, but did not, because I felt unprepared to defend my faith. I'm older now and wish I had the moment to re-do, because my faith is stronger now. Why? Because of years of reading the Bible. It's spiritual exercise; spiritual armor; spiritual wisdom. Like my body, exercising for a 5K, I have to prepare for these spiritual encounters. It very well could have been that failed attempt at dinner that spurred me on to be better prepared. I hope God placed a better disciple in her path after my silent defense. Remember: Jesus is always our best Model: A close relationship with the Father is key to making Him known.