Think of the best friend in your life, and the moment that you met. Do you remember it? Before that moment, you were strangers, but from that moment on, your life changed. You have become enriched by knowing that person, and you have enriched that person as well. You have become more alive, more fully human, and affirmed as the person you really are and strive to be. Your friendship has opened you to see the world in a new way – through the eyes of your friend, as you have opened the eyes of your friend to see the world through your eyes.
Now apply this to Jesus. At some point in your life, you did not know Him. But as you came to know Him through His Word, Sacraments, prayer, and fellowship with fellow believers, you have become more alive, more fully human, and affirmed as the person you were called and destined to be. Your relationship has opened you to see the world in a new way – through the eyes of the Lord.
Now apply this to a stranger you meet – in your neighborhood, at the grocery store, at work, or even at church. That person just might become your new best friend. But you will never know unless you take the time to meet that person, to get acquainted, and to learn of his/her world as you share your world and the love and truth of Jesus within you.
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