There are two things to do about the gospel - believe it and behave it. ~ Susanna Wesley ~
When all the people heard of Jesus' arrival, they flocked to see Him and also to see Lazarus, the man Jesus had raised from the dead (John 12:9).
It is easy to be led astray by some aspects of Christianity. Some church groups are little less than social clubs. Some Christians are so involved in social and political activities that they forget the simplicity and truth of the gospel in the process. Some evangelists become so obsessed with money, that they forget the work of righteousness and truth implied in the gospel.
The truth is that the gospel speaks for itself when it comes to God's actions (and this is what the entire gospel is about), because that is where people see Him at work. And it has a mightier effect than many sermons. God acted through Christ's miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead. The truth and power of the gospel lie in the fact that God does act, and that is the central fact of Christianity. It was clear to the crowds that flocked to Bethany that God was busy with something very special.
Where Jesus is honored and glorified, God does special things. He changes people. He heals them. He transforms communities.
Search for the place where Jesus is at work. Focus on God and His deeds, those of both 2,000 years ago as well as today. Stay true to the things that are at the core: "He [Christ] is the beginning, supreme over all who rise from the dead. So He is first in everything" (Col. 1:18).
Heavenly Father, let me always keep in mind the mighty deeds You did through Jesus Christ. Amen.
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