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May 1, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n Helping Her Encounter Jesus<\/strong><\/span> Lee en espa\u00f1ol<\/span><\/p>\n \u201c\u2018How do you know me?\u2019 Nathanael asked. \u2018Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you,\u2019 Jesus answered.\u201d John 1:48 (CSB)<\/em><\/p>\n I asked a new friend to come with me to church. When she said yes, I was thrilled! She hadn\u2019t yet begun a relationship with Jesus. She had questions, and we\u2019d discussed them together. But this was an opportunity for her to encounter Jesus on her own.<\/p>\n Like me, you may have a loved one who you desperately want to meet and know Jesus. Maybe this person doesn\u2019t need more information but instead more exposure to God \u2014 to experience<\/em> Jesus for themselves.<\/p>\n In John 1, Philip invited his friend Nathanael to meet Jesus. Nathanael was skeptical; he doubted this man was the Messiah. Yet he still agreed to go see Jesus. That reluctant \u201cyes\u201d was the beginning of Nathanael\u2019s beautiful encounter with the Savior.<\/p>\n When Jesus saw Nathanael coming, He greeted him in a way that revealed Jesus already knew him \u2014 even though they had never met before in person. Jesus\u2019 words must have stunned Nathanael:<\/p>\n \u201c\u2018How do you know me?\u2019 Nathanael asked. \u2018Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you,\u2019 Jesus answered\u201d<\/em> (John 1:48).<\/p>\n Though Nathanael had yet to see a miracle or any other physical evidence that Jesus was the Messiah, he became convinced after this encounter. \u201c’Rabbi,’ Nathanael replied, \u2018You are the Son of God; you are the King of Israel!\u2019\u201d<\/em> (John 1:49, CSB). Nathanael\u2019s experience with Jesus made a way for him to believe in Jesus.<\/p>\n Scripture records other testimonies like this as well: Paul believed Jesus was the Son of God after Christ appeared to him in a blinding encounter (Acts 9). Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon also seemingly believed in God after being humbled by His miraculous signs (Daniel 4).<\/p>\n An encounter<\/em> with the Savior may be just what your loved one needs to accept<\/em> the Savior.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n So, like Philip, let\u2019s extend invitations to our loved ones and create atmospheres for encountering Jesus. Going to dinner or coffee with friends who are walking with Jesus may allow an unbeliever to see the love, joy, and peace they crave. An opportunity to come to your home can create space for longer conversations. Perhaps volunteering together could give someone the chance to see Jesus\u2019 love in action. Inviting someone to a worship service may open the door for them to experience His presence.<\/p>\n Along with your prayers, the Holy Spirit can use many different means to draw your loved one closer to Jesus. Ask the Lord how He might use you to create space for your friend to encounter Him. You might be surprised how simple it can be to help someone on their journey to meet Jesus.<\/p>\n Jesus, I pray now for my loved ones who need to experience and believe in You. Thank You for Your willingness to meet them just as You did Nathanael. Thank You for Your willingness and desire to draw all people to Yourself in whatever way You choose! In Jesus\u2019 Name, Amen.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n When life feels out of control and she doesn\u2019t know what to believe or do next, what reaches her matters. Because of you, she\u2019s not left guessing \u2014 she\u2019s met with the unchanging Truth of God\u2019s Word, right in the moment she needs it most. That\u2019s the heart of this midyear season. We\u2019ve set a $760,000 goal<\/strong> to keep delivering biblical clarity into real-life moments like hers, and a group of generous donors has already given $213,000<\/strong>, inviting you to be part of what carries this forward. Your gift helps ensure truth meets her before fear shapes her next step. Give now and help one more woman be met with God\u2019s Word right when it matters most.<\/strong><\/p>\n Learning of God\u2019s love through Scripture may be just what you or a loved one needs in order to experience Jesus. That\u2019s why Lynn wrote Never Too Far: 5 Days of Trusting God\u2019s Love for You, No Matter What<\/em><\/strong>. Through these devotions, you\u2019ll learn how to trust in His love more fully and realize you are never too far for His grace to reach you. It\u2019s also a great resource for the young women in your life. Click here to download today!<\/p>\n Acts 9:3-6, \u201cAs he traveled and was nearing Damascus, a light from heaven suddenly flashed around him. Falling to the ground, he heard a voice saying to him, \u2018Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?\u2019 \u2018Who are you, Lord?\u2019 Saul said. \u2018I am Jesus, the one you are persecuting,\u2019 he replied. \u2018But get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do\u2019\u201d (CSB).<\/p>\n Daniel 4:2, \u201cI am pleased to tell you about the miracles and wonders the Most High God has done for me\u201d (CSB).<\/p>\n What experiences have you had with Jesus that have strengthened your faith and trust in Him? Thank Him for those encounters now. We can also share testimonies to encourage each other in the comments!<\/p>\n \u00a9 2026 by Lynn Cowell. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n Photo credit: \u00a9The Chosen<\/span><\/p>\n Proverbs 31 Ministries May 1, 2026 Helping Her Encounter JesusLYNN COWELL Lee en espa\u00f1ol \u201c\u2018How do you know me?\u2019 Nathanael asked. \u2018Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you,\u2019 Jesus answered.\u201d John 1:48 (CSB) I asked a new friend to come with me to church. 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