Today’s daily encouraging bible verse:
“He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm”
Matthew 8:26
Today’s daily encouraging song:
In the Eye of the Storm – Ryan Stevenson
Today’s challenge for the believer:
Today’s challenge is for you to share a time in your life when things were difficult, but God came through for you. Maybe even in the moment it seemed like he wasn’t there, and that you were a little lost, but in the long run he realized he was always by your side. Sometimes our stories, can be some of the most powerful ways that we teach others about who Jesus is. Don’t be afraid to share yours today. Also when you share, I would love it if you would tag me in your post. It would bring me great joy to hear your story about how God worked in your life.
A few thoughts to leave you with:
I was speaking with someone the other day about sales, and it made me think a little bit about evangelization. I know that missing the little weird, but hopefully you will get the connection here in a second. Someone had asked me a question about the best way to sell without being too annoying with your follow up. I then asked them a question back in return. I asked “ well, first answer me this, if it was possible, wouldn’t you prefer someone coming to you without you having to approach them first. Their answer was obvious. They said of course they would rather the person comes of them, because then they would feel less pressure, and they would know the person has an interest.
Again this may seem like a bit of an odd analogy but in that moment it made me think about when we seek out others to tell them about Jesus versus when they come to ask us about Jesus. No I’m not saying you shouldn’t go out and share who Jesus is with people without them asking, but I am trying to make a Point that hopefully you can connect with.
One of the best ways to get people to come to you and ask you about who Jesus is By honestly focusing on mirroring Jesus in your daily life. If you are doing this more often than not, people will notice a difference in you. They won’t quite be able to pinpoint it right away, but they should be able to tell a difference between you and most of the people who they encounter. It is a spiritual view versus a worldly view.
Then it is your job to tell them about Jesus when they ask you about why you are different than most people they meet. If you forget you do this part, and you take the credit for being, you miss out on a great opportunity.
Another amazing way to Jesus with others, is just by telling them your story. Being willing to share the dirty gritty details about how God pulled you out of whatever dark situation you were in.
When doing my sermons, I often tell my students, I believe everyone has this space in their heart that belongs to God. Those who don’t know God also have this, but don’t realize that it was meant to be filled by him. Because of this they try their best to fill that hole with outside things. It can be anything, drugs, alcohol, sex etc.
Sometimes it can be very difficult to put yourself out there in such a big way, but I promise you you will not be alone. God will be with you every step. I always say, let go, and let God. Sometimes when we are in the storm, this can be easier said than done. Especially when we are afraid.
Even the disciples who were literally walking alongside Jesus were sometimes afraid. The verse above is a prime example of that. However let us learn from the disciples mistake. Let us remember God is always with us no matter what. Even when we are scared may seem like there’s no end in sight, God is always there
Thank you for your support of my blog. I pray that you have a strong spirit filled day. Remember don’t be afraid to share your story. You never know who you might impact.
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