How To Share the Gospel

Today's message is short and concise. As believers we should be sharing the Gospels with Family, Friends, and those we encounter. Here is a short explanation of why. 

Beloved, our Lord Jesus Christ has given us a grand commission, and its fulfillment often begins in the mundane moments of our daily lives. In Matthew 28:18-20, Christ declares, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.' While this call echoes across continents, it resonates powerfully in our neighborhoods and daily encounters, making each of us a vital part of the mission.

The imperative to 'go' does not necessarily imply distant lands but rather a proactive stance in our immediate contexts. Our mission field may be the colleague at the next desk, the barista at our local coffee shop, or the neighbor across the street. As Paul reminds us in Romans 10:14, 'How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?'

Moreover, our evangelistic efforts must be rooted in love and obedience to Christ. In John 14:15, Jesus states, 'If you love me, you will keep my commandments.' This love-driven obedience is the wellspring of effective witness. It is not merely about geographical reach but the depth of our commitment to Christ and His commands.

Consider the early Church in Acts 1:8, where Jesus says, 'But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.' The sequence here is significant - the mission begins in Jerusalem, their immediate locale, before expanding outward.

Furthermore, First Peter 3:15 encourages us to 'always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you.' This preparedness is not reserved for foreign missions but is a constant state of readiness in our daily lives.

So, while the Great Commission encompasses the globe, its outworking often begins at our doorstep. Our call is to be faithful witnesses wherever we are, embodying Christ's love and sharing His Gospel with those in our immediate spheres of influence. As we do so, we fulfill both the Great Commission and the greatest commandment, loving God and neighbor in tangible, transformative ways that bring hope and inspiration to those we reach.

Make it a point to share the Gospel with others. In a lost world we need to give witness to what Jesus Christ has done in our lives! 

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