21 March 2026: Do we simply know *about* God, or do we truly *know* God?
In this video, Father Andrew explores the difference between accumulating information about Jesus and having a personal, transformative encounter with him in the concrete events of our lives. Using the example of the soldiers in the Gospel who were too moved to arrest Jesus, he invites us to look for the Incarnate Word in our daily lives—in scripture, in others, and in the events of our day.
This Lent, move beyond the facts and seek a freal and transformative encounter with the Living God.
**📖 Scripture Context:**
* **Gospel of John:** The reflection touches on the debates regarding Jesus' identity—whether He is a prophet, the Christ, or just a man from Galilee—and how people responded to His physical presence.
**🙏 Key Takeaways:**
* The difference between knowing facts *about* Christ vs. knowing Christ personally.
* Recognizing "God incidents" (coincidences that are God acting anonymously).
* Finding the Incarnate Word in scripture, our neighbors, and daily events.
* Being transformed by an encounter with Jesus, just like the soldiers in the Gospel.
**⏱️ Video Timeline:**
* 00:00 - Introduction & The Parish Mission
* 00:23 - The "God Incident" & Questions of Identity
* 00:58 - The Heart of Lent: Who is Christ for You?
* 01:19 - Where to Encounter the Incarnate Word
* 01:40 - Information vs. Transformation
* 02:12 - The Soldiers’ Reaction to Jesus
* 02:51 - Seeing What is Right in Front of Us
* 03:13 - Conclusion: The Point of the Journey
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