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 Peter. 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. 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 to great an event to others. To
support one another in the things of the spirit is the true sign of
good will between brothers, loving kinship and sincere affection.
--
Saint John Chrysostom from a
homily on the Gospel of John
