Responsibility toward the World - Question and Answer
In a recent meeting, Dana emphasized the importance of witnessing and sharing the Gospel. He referenced Tom Skinner's book, "Jesus is the Answer, So What are the Questions?" and expressed a desire to explore the concept of witnessing through personal experiences. Dana shared how witnessing has impacted his life, particularly through the influence of faithful individuals who led him to Christ. He invited his father-in-law, Donald, to share his own witnessing experiences, highlighting the simplicity of sharing what Jesus means to each individual. Donald recounted several encounters where he shared his faith, illustrating how personal testimonies can lead others to Christ. He emphasized that witnessing is not optional for Christians; it is a command from Jesus. Both Dana and Donald stressed the need for believers to be active witnesses in their daily lives, sharing their faith simply and authentically. They encouraged the congregation to move from receiving to giving, likening the Christian life to the Sea of Galilee, which is vibrant and alive because it both receives and gives. The meeting concluded with a prayer for guidance in being responsible witnesses to the world.
Outline of Main Points
- Introduction to the theme of witnessing
- Importance of personal experiences in witnessing
- Invitation for Donald to share his witnessing stories
- Witnessing as a command from Jesus
- Encouragement to share faith simply and authentically
- Comparison of Christian life to the Sea of Galilee
- Conclusion with a prayer for guidance in witnessing
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
46 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, 47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.
14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
