2 Corinthians 5 : 11
The people I know who are bold in telling everyone they meet about the Lord have a tremendous sense of victory in their lives. I know I get excited when I meet someone maybe in a airplane or restaurant who doesn't know the Lord, and I have the opportunity to share Christ with them. You might think, "Well, that makes sense. You're a pastor and it's your job to tell others about Christ." But according to the Bible, it is every believer's privilege and responsibility to share the Gospel. Jesus' last words in Matthew 28:19 are to all of us --- "Go therefore and make disciple of all the nations."
The book of Revelation warns us about the terrible events that are rapidly approaching. 2 Corinthians 5:11 says, "Knowing, therefore, the terror of the Lord, we persuade men." If we understand the suffering, anguish and judgement that lies ahead for those who do not know Christ, there will be a sense of urgency in our witness.
Did you Know that you could open up people's hearts to spiritual matters by asking questions? Sincere question show people that we are interested in their thoughts. We can learn a lot about a person's spiritual condition simply by listening to their responses. Jesus was a master at drawing people out by asking questions. Throughout the Gospels, we see Jesus asking purposeful questions to uncover the heart condition of the person he was talking to.
Have you ever thought of using current events in the newspaper as springboard to talk about Bible prophecy and the coming of Jesus Christ? The newspaper can be a depressing parade of natural disasters, warning governments and moral depravity. Why not use these same headlines to talk out what is important in life? By asking your friends or co-worker about their feeling concerning today's news you can hear volume about where they stand with God.
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