MORNING MANNA 8-16-24
SPEAK UP
“—be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you-“–.1 Peter 3:15
Too often we Christians talk to each other about telling others about Christ without ever actually telling the lost about our Savior. We discuss our duty without doing it! Sometimes I think we would be better off cancelling a service and spend the time actually serving the Lord. Instead of getting in a holy huddle talking about what we ought to do, break the huddle, get on the field and run the play! This story from the devotional “Senior Living” illustrates what I’m talking about:
The great Christian evangelist, D.L. Moody, was once asked to speak at a convention in Indianapolis. One afternoon, he asked the convention’s song leader to meet him on a street corner downtown at about 6 pm. When Ira Sankey got there, Moody had him stand on a overturned box and sing. This unusual spectacle attracted quite a crowd.
After speaking briefly, Moody persuaded most of the crowd to follow him to a nearby meeting place. They followed in droves and listened intently as Moody shared the good news of Jesus.
Too soon, the convention delegates started arriving, and Moody had to stop preaching. He said simply, “Now we must close, as the brethren of the convention wish to come and discuss the topic ‘How to reach the masses’!”
So often, we think we have to have special training or special knowledge to tell others about Christ. But like Moody, maybe all you need to do is be creative…and think of simple ways you can share Christ with others.
Maybe it’s fixing dinner for your next-door neighbor. Maybe it’s making a hospital or nursing home visit with a nice card or some flowers. Whatever it is, God wants you to share His love with those around you. Don’t think or talk about sharing your faith any longer…just go out and do it!- HDS , 5-3-11
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
5801 FM 1960 E.
Humble, TX. 77346
