I continue to read from John 15. In today's appointed lesson, Jesus speaks of his relationship with the disciples. He says to them, "No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends." The use of the word should not conjure up images of some Buddy Jesus, rather it helps us to understand that Jesus invites us into a relationship which is two way. He isn't only looking for followers, he is looking for companions. Companions in making known the will and the promise of God.
"I chose you and appointed you," Jesus tells them, "that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide."
We are not equal to Jesus. But we are more than servants; we are friends.
Oswald Chambers writes, "It is much easier to do something than to trust in God; we mistake panic for inspiration. That is why there are so few fellow workers with God and so many workers for Him. We would far rather work for God than believe in him."
It is humbling to think that God would entrust us with the message of salvation. It is essential that we take up this trust and bear fruit. It is Jesus' request that we work with him in bringing Easter into the lives of all those around us.
The Father has pruned us, making us fit for the work. The Son has chosen us, and instructed us on what we are to do. The Holy Spirit remains with us to guide us and to strengthen us. Are we not ready to be more than workers for God, but fellow workers with God?
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