🌟 Devotional on John 1:31–40 – Behold the Lamb of God

🌿 1. 1-Minute Prayer

Gracious God, thank You for calling me once again to Your living Word. Quiet my heart and remove distractions so I may hear the voice of the Holy Spirit. Let this time of devotion draw me deeper into the presence of Jesus. In His name, amen.

📖 2. Bible Reading: John 1:31–40 (NIV)

31 I myself did not know him, but the reason I came baptizing with water was that he might be revealed to Israel."

32 Then John gave this testimony: "I saw the Spirit come down from heaven as a dove and remain on him.

33 And I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water told me, 'The man on whom you see the Spirit come down and remain is the one who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.'

34 I have seen and I testify that this is God's Chosen One."

35 The next day John was there again with two of his disciples.

36 When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, "Look, the Lamb of God!"

37 When the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus.

38 Turning around, Jesus saw them following and asked, "What do you want?" They said, "Rabbi" (which means "Teacher"), "where are you staying?"

39 "Come," he replied, "and you will see." So they went and saw where he was staying, and they spent that day with him. It was about four in the afternoon.

40 Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, was one of the two who heard what John had said and who had followed Jesus.

🔁 3. Repeated Words or Phrases

• “I did not know him” – John’s humble confession (vv. 31, 33)
• “Spirit” – The Spirit identifies Jesus (vv. 32, 33)
• “Testify” – John’s mission (v. 34)
• “Look” – An invitation to see Jesus (v. 36)
• “Followed” – The disciples’ response to the Lamb of God (vv. 37, 40)

🎯 4. Theme

The revelation of Jesus through the Spirit and the beginning of discipleship through encounter

🙌 5. Observing God

• God reveals His Son through the descent of the Spirit (v. 32)
• The Spirit remains on Jesus, identifying Him as the One (v. 33)
• Jesus is the Chosen One, the Lamb of God (vv. 34, 36)
• God uses testimony to lead others to Christ (v. 34)
• Jesus engages and invites seekers personally (v. 39)

👤 6. Observing Humanity

• John admits he did not know Jesus fully until God revealed Him (vv. 31, 33)
• John obeys God’s sign and boldly testifies (v. 34)
• Two disciples respond immediately to the message and follow Jesus (v. 37)
• They express desire to know Jesus and stay with Him (vv. 38–39)
• Andrew, after meeting Jesus, brings others to Him (v. 40)

🕊️ 7. Interpreting God

God doesn’t leave us guessing—He confirms His Son through the Holy Spirit. The dove descending and remaining signifies divine approval and indwelling. Through John’s obedience and testimony, the Lamb of God is unveiled to Israel. God is not distant; He dwells among us through Jesus and invites us into relationship. The calling to "Come and see" reveals God's desire to be known and to abide with those who seek Him.

💔 8. Interpreting Humanity

Like John, we don’t always recognize Jesus at first. It takes divine revelation and spiritual openness to truly know Him. But once we encounter Jesus, our response cannot be neutral. The first disciples didn’t just listen—they followed, stayed, and shared. True encounter leads to discipleship, and discipleship leads to witness. The passage gently asks: Have you followed Him? Are you staying with Him? And whom will you bring next?

📝 9. Application to My Life

• Have I truly recognized Jesus through the Spirit's testimony?
• Do I desire to dwell with Him, not just know about Him?
• Today, I will accept His invitation to "come and see" in prayer and quiet time.
• Who is my “Simon” that I can introduce to Jesus today?

✨ 10. Spiritual Touch

“Look, the Lamb of God!” (v. 36)

This simple but powerful declaration invites me to fix my eyes on Jesus, the One who takes away my sin and invites me into His presence.

🙏 11. Prayer of Faith, Repentance, and Thanksgiving

Lord Jesus, forgive me for the times I assumed I knew You without truly listening to the Spirit. Help me, like John, to faithfully testify and humbly follow the signs You give. I want to follow You, stay with You, and introduce others to You. Thank You for being the Lamb who takes away the sin of the world—including mine. Amen.

⏰ 12. 24-Hour Encouragement

Carry this thought with you today: “Behold, the Lamb of God.” Let it center your focus, guide your words, and shape your heart as you walk with Jesus.