From a homily on the Gospel of John by Saint John Chrysostom, bishop
(Hom. 19, 1: PG 59, 120-121)
We have found the Messiah
After Andrew had stayed with Jesus and had learned much from him, he did not keep this treasure to himself, but hastened to share it with his brother. Notice what Andrew said to him: We have found the Messiah, that is to say, the Christ. Notice how his words reveal what he has learned in so short a time. They show the power of the master who has convinced them of this truth. They reveal the zeal and concern of men preoccupied with this question from the very beginning. Andrew’s words reveal a soul waiting with the utmost longing for the coming of the Messiah, looking forward to his appearing from heaven, rejoicing when he does appear, and hastening to announce so great an event to others. To support one another in the things of the spirit is the true sign of good will between brothers, of loving kinship and sincere affection.
The sentence in bold is my emphasis: "support for one another", for me, is the purpose of our group.
1 comment:
I think you're exactly right about the purpose, and after this mornings meeting I wanted to let you know how much like brothers you all have come to seem to me in the past year and a half. I love our meetings, and am so glad to know you (all).
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