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More Ways Than Ever To Go And Tell

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I’ve been spending some time exploring a few Christian blogs lately, and I have to say—it’s been a joy.

There are hundreds, even thousands, of believers openly sharing their faith, their stories, and what God is doing in their lives. And honestly? It’s encouraging.

We hear so many statistics claiming that the Christian faith is fading. But when I see people boldly writing, sharing, and testifying online, I don’t see a faith that’s dying—I see a faith that’s being lived out.

God has given us the ability to create and use technology, and I love seeing it used to spread His Word across the world. In many ways, this is a modern expression of what Paul said in Romans 1:16—we are not ashamed of the gospel.

Jesus tells us in Matthew 28:18–20 to go and make disciples. That command isn’t limited to standing behind a pulpit or writing a book. It includes every tool and opportunity we’ve been given.

Today, that includes blogs, posts, and digital spaces where truth can be shared and lives can be touched.

I’m grateful for those who faithfully write, share, and point others to Christ. Their obedience is making a difference.

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for the joy of reading and learning from so many faithful writers. Give us strength and courage to say what needs to be said in the days ahead. Let the Fruit of the Spirit grow and mature in us as we share You with the world around us. Give us integrity in what we write–that we would handle Your Word faithfully and teach it as You intend. We offer this prayer to You, our Mighty and Awesome God, in the precious name of Jesus– Make it so.

I first wrote this post on October 13, 2011. Today, I’ve revisited it and made a few updates.

This Day

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God made this day especially for you!

Is today the day you have been called to…

Speak up – Proverbs 31:8-9

Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly – Micah 6:8

Live a holy life – 2 Timothy 1:10

Use your gift – 1 Peter 4:10-11

Go and tell – Mark 16:15

Whatever He has made for you to do today

JUST DO IT!

Abba, Father, thank You for making this day and setting it aside for each of us to do the work You have planned. Give us the joy and gladness that is in living for You.

All scripture highlights are from the New International Version and directly linked to Bible Gateway.

Life-Style Evangelism

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When Jesus was asked what is the most important commandment of the Law He replied;

  “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”  Matthew 22

Perhaps there is a 3rd Commandment in the New Testament that we sometimes miss because it’s not seen in that light.  I suggest that the following needs to be added.

 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28

In the sermon this past Sunday our Asst. Pastor had done some research into how churches thrived and survived the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic.  His take away from the research was the Believers of that time practiced Life-Style Evangelism.

Having trained in Life-Style Evangelism several years ago at Ridgecrest, in North Carolina, I learned that sharing Jesus with our friends and neighbors is as important as any other ministry in the local church.  Below is a list of some ways you can practice this very important part of our Christian walk.

Wear a piece of jewelry that invites discussion.

Take a glass of something cold to your neighbor, or the person doing lawn work, or any other outdoor job, in the hot days of summer.

Visit or call someone at home, in a hospital, or nursing home that doesn’t get visitors. (Of course, call ahead, because they may be isolated due to Covid-19.)

Call friends and family to say I’m thinking of you.

Invite the person who is sitting alone (in church, at a restaurant, etc.) to sit with you.

When someone’s name pops into your mind send them an ‘I’m thinking of you’ note.

Follow through when you’ve said you would do something. IF you said I’ll call, then call.

Don’t hesitate to pray anywhere and anytime you’re asked.  Yes, even when you aren’t asked.  If you see the need, pray!

Create a blog and don’t hesitate to tell others about it.

Be sincere in your compliments.  People can always tell when you’re ‘just sayin’ ‘.

Prayer-walk your neighborhood.  Pray for every home even if you don’t know the person living there.

When you get ready to get rid of your Christmas, Birthday, Anniversary cards put them in a box and keep them in your ‘prayer spot’. Take one out each day and pray for that person. Let them know you prayed with a call or a card/note.

Invite someone who may be all alone to family dinners like Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter…

Take a picture frame that you aren’t using, or buy one for this purpose. Put a sheet of paper (any color) behind the glass. Use a dry-erase marker to write the names of those you want to pray for.  Hang it in a place you see every day.  (Mine is above my home office desk.)

I hope these are helpful in your endeavors to go and tell. If you have any additional ideas comment in the space below.

Blessings to you and yours!

Marie

(I use Bible Gateway for Bible-related resources.)