August 15, 2008- How would we react if Michael Phelps came to the starting point of a race wearing a snowsuit and work boots? Would he be dressed appropriately for a race in the water? No, I don't think he would. But today that's about what we look like as a church trying to do Evangelism. We are totally out of our element in lots of cases as we try to reach the lost. I am so happy to be part of a church that realizes what is relevant and acts according. In the world today it is much more effective to do evangelism on a relational level. And here are a few points to apply when doing that out of 1Thessalonians 2:1-13.
- Don't be afraid. Don't let people tell you that you are ashamed of Christ when you don't share Him. Sometimes we're just afraid. But He hasn't given us a spirit of fear, so don't be afraid. Share Christ as the Holy Spirit gives you guidance.
- Be kind. You never know when a casual conversation we have becomes part of our testimony.
- Make friends. The random acts of kindness that we show are huge statements of the love of God in us.
- Live like Christ. God is not the only one watching. Others are watching our every move, just hoping to see us act like Jesus so they can too.
- Be thankful for those you have a chance to lead to Christ. They are a special gift from God and they are to be cherished.
We have a big job to spread the Gospel Message. But we can only be effective in doing that if we follow these suggestions and remember to just be real!
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