• The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus (John 12:21).
  

Years ago I visited Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis during the week just to look around . It is a massive church building by Presbyterian standards. I walked up to the pulpit and saw engraved on a placard the words of John 12:21: ‘Sir, we would see Jesus.’ I’ve thought of that text virtually every week since, whether I am preaching or listening.

This Sunday morning, go to church intent on beholding Jesus Christ. Look for him in the Scriptures, in the songs, in the prayers, in the sermon, in the sacraments; and don’t be content to leave until you have seen him.

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