S) "5 Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity."
Colossians 4:5 (NASB)
O) We live in a world of religious confusion. There are numerous religions claiming the name of Christ, although they do no represent the Bible in truth. There are countless misconceptions regarding actual Christian beliefs. There are celebrities calling themselves Christians while tweeting things contrary to what the Bible, or even in some cases, Jesus himself, says. Then you have the literally crazy people, doing criminal things in the name of Christ. It is no wonder so many non-believers shy away from hearing the gospel. This makes it so incredibly important that, with every opportunity, we are wisely and correctly representing Christ, because sometimes we are the only true reflection a person might know.
A) The Bible teaches that I should only fear authority if I am guilty (Romans 13:3). In the same way, I should only fear scrutiny and a close eye on my life and lifestyle, if I am lacking integrity. Every moment I spend with some one who has not yet submitted themselves fully to Christ, is a moment for me to show them what it means to be a reborn child of God. Whether that's a deep discussion about the infallible truth of the Word, or the way I manage my emotions. From the way I talk to my wife and children to the way I worship. God has, and will continue to, put people in my path who will see Him through me. So, I need to continue to pray for His wisdom to guide me through those opportunities.
P) Father, simply put, You are the best thing that's ever happened to me. It's a scary thing to share honest, open, and vulnerable parts of my life, but whatever I can do to share the wonderful gospel with others, I want to do it, God. I know You will continue to make opportunity, so Holy Spirit, give me wisdom to make the most of those times. Let others see my life, not as what I have done for Your Name, but what Your Name has done for me. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
A) The Bible teaches that I should only fear authority if I am guilty (Romans 13:3). In the same way, I should only fear scrutiny and a close eye on my life and lifestyle, if I am lacking integrity. Every moment I spend with some one who has not yet submitted themselves fully to Christ, is a moment for me to show them what it means to be a reborn child of God. Whether that's a deep discussion about the infallible truth of the Word, or the way I manage my emotions. From the way I talk to my wife and children to the way I worship. God has, and will continue to, put people in my path who will see Him through me. So, I need to continue to pray for His wisdom to guide me through those opportunities.
P) Father, simply put, You are the best thing that's ever happened to me. It's a scary thing to share honest, open, and vulnerable parts of my life, but whatever I can do to share the wonderful gospel with others, I want to do it, God. I know You will continue to make opportunity, so Holy Spirit, give me wisdom to make the most of those times. Let others see my life, not as what I have done for Your Name, but what Your Name has done for me. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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