I tell you, among those born of women there is no one greater than John… -- Luke 7:28
Today, at the end of the week of noticing people that Jesus misses most, it might be that we need to go back to go forward. We have had a great journey so far and along the way we have met many wonderful people. When was the last time you called one of them and were not in a hurry or in between meetings?
Jesus longest friend was his cousin John. He met John while in his mother Mary's womb. John spent his life serving Jesus and preparing the way for Jesus' ministry. Jesus knew this and appreciated all that John had done.
Today spend some time thinking about the people you have noticed in the past and have not fostered a relationship with. It could be a family member or an out of town friend. What would happen if you spent some time today noticing them anew? Give them a call or an email and practice some of the things we discussed earlier this week.
Call and ask them questions about their life. Be quiet and listen. If it seems natural, tell them you will pray for them; if not, then pray for them without mentioning it. When the conversation is over, schedule a time on your own to follow up with them. Write this down on your calendar. Then commit them to prayer.
