In Matthew 28 Jesus commands us to go and make disciples. Jesus commands us to share the Gospel with the lost and or unsaved. But how effective are we as individual Christians and or Churches? Some say reaching out to the lost is not a part of their ministry. Evangelism seems to be last on the list if it makes the "to do list" at all. I see other religions going about town sharing their doctrine whether it be false or true. I watch those people and notice how persistent they are, and how well they are trained. Although they don't have the right message they are trained to deliver their message. And sometimes I wonder where are we? As Christians we seem to be 2 steps behind. Some don't even share the Gospel. Others are afraid to share the Gospel. And some do share it. While we tend to wonder where the next blessing is coming from, God says what about the lost? What about those who don't know Jesus as Lord and savior? Each day we walk by people, work with and talk to people and never make an attempt to share Christ with them. So the question I ask is how effect are we? If you would like to increase your effectiveness in evangelism click on the link below to learn more! God Bless!
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"For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light" Matthew 11:30
We all go through struggles in life. Life presents us all with ups and downs. Many have fell into the misconception that as a christian, we are not supposed to encounter problems and life is supposed to be in the land of utopia. Well contrary to popular belief, just because a person is saved doesn't mean they will live a trouble free life. But this blog is not about that. Or should I say it's not focused solely on the Christian. Various times in my ministry i've encountered people who are burdened or held down by life. In their eyes, life is hopeless or they feel like there is no hope. You can see the expressions on their faces and you can see it in their actions. Although life brings challenges, you don't have to live as if you are weighed down. In the scripture above, Jesus clearly states that HIS yoke is easy and HIS burden is light. What he is saying is to cast our cares upon HIM. Cast our burdens upon HIM. If we do these things, God will either fix, remove, or strengthen us to endure the situation. So for those who feel they are alone, with no hope, life has weighed you down, you carry a heavy burden, Jesus assures us that if we turn to HIM, things will get better. Jesus can not only save you, but strengthen you as well. Be Blessed! Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. I have noticed lately that people tend to lose faith in trying times. Whether its a loss of a loved one, unemployment, personal problems, financial problems and the list goes on, some seem to lose faith when these things happen. There seems to be a common theme of "Rev, i'm going to stay away from the church until I get myself together." Many fail to realize this is exactly what the devil wants them to do. He wants you to stop going to church. Why? Because he knows the church is a hospital for those who need healing. Jesus never said that being saved was going to be easy. Also he never said that all of our problems would go away. But one thing Jesus did encourage us was to have faith in God. In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul encourages us to keep the faith as well. And in trying times like these we must keep the faith. When one is depressed, down, or feeling blue, that is the perfect time to go to the House of the Lord and get your spirit lifted by a powerful message, singing, and or prayer. When life is chaotic that is the perfect time to continue to attend church. So how de we keep the faith in trying times? We keep the faith by praying daily. Sometimes you may have to pray multiple times and they don't have to be long prayers. We keep the faith by continuing to read and meditate on the scriptures. Sometimes the answers we seek, or the comfort we need is in the Word Of God. We keep the faith by continuing to attend church. Part of church is to lift up or edify. God gives us hope in Jesus and it comes through HIS Word. Things may not happen overnight, but the key is to keep the faith. There have been times in my life where my faith was tried and tested. And as Christians you faith will be tried and tested. Talking with others helped me as well. It's good to speak with a person who is led by the Holy Spirit that can give you good Godly Counsel. Remember when Jesus told Peter the devil desired to sift him as wheat. But Jesus prayed that Peter's faith would fail him not. So when you get weak or feel like giving up, remember that Jesus is praying for you. I encourage you to keep the faith! God Bless!
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AuthorRev. Luckett is the Pastor of Saint Paul Church. He is committed to preaching Christ and leading others to salvation. Archives
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