God
calls every Believer to share our personal testimony of how He touched our
heart and called us to Himself. Not in some lengthy monologue, but in a simple
3 or 4 sentence summary of His love and goodness in our life.
People
everywhere are attracted to those who show them genuine care and affection, and
who take an interest in them and in their life. We do not need to build a
cathedral, star in a praise team or band, or attend a church that has elements
of a rock concert to attract their interest.
Building
genuine relationships with our family, neighbors, workmates, acquaintances and
friends is the best way to open the door for sharing our testimony with them.
Our sincere care for people gives them the link of love to fill their heart
with hope along with a longing for our Lord.
We
have the Bread of Heaven and the Living Water of Life within us, and God can
use us to nourish hungry souls. Viewing discord in a church will discourage
anyone; however, witnessing the Saints of God dwelling together in unity is
encouraging and inviting (Psalm 133:1).
Even
when God calls us to accomplish the seemingly impossible, when we feel
unqualified or afraid to do what we sense He is asking us to do, if we consult
the Lord for each step we take, He promises to direct our paths (Proverbs
3:5-6).
When
we are weak, then Christ in us is strong (2 Corinthians 12:10). As we decrease,
He increases within us (John 3:30). As we walk in obedience to the direction of
His Spirit, everything, even the unthinkable, is possible (Philippians 4:13).
His power and wisdom make up for our weaknesses.
God's
ways are rarely our ways, and they even make no human sense sometimes, but they
are always effective and successful. We can take no credit for our success,
because God gets all of the glory from the brilliant outcome of every area in
which He uses us to further His Kingdom on the earth.
Prayer:
Father
God, help us to welcome others into our circle of friendship regardless of
their nationality, personality, rationality or abnormality. Remind us that we
never meet a stranger, only potential friends. These meetings are divine
appointments from You to spread Your hope, peace and joy to everyone we meet.
You
call us to bless the world in which we live. Help us to make people feel welcome,
to encourage them with Your Word, to pray with them about their concerns, or
just to share a smile or a meaningful hug with them. You bless us so much in so
many ways, and we want to share those blessings with others too.
Thought
for the Day:
God
equips each of us with the tools and talents that we need to walk in His
perfect plans for us; when we feel insecure or inadequate, we can rely on His
Spirit within us to direct our paths, to guide us each moment, and to give us
His wisdom and ability each step of the way.
