In evangelism, many things are beyond our control, but it’s always possible for us to sow the seed of the kingdom. We can’t make decisions for other people, but we can see that they have a chance to decide for or against God. That’s our job.
Since the Christian has been born twice (once physically and once spiritually), he has but one death to anticipate. Because he has been reborn spiritually, he need not fear the “second death” that would otherwise follow his physical death.
God is eager to accept our repentance and clear us completely of our wrongdoing. But we must have the courage to admit that the command to repent applies to us. As we go through this week, let’s consider this often-neglected command of God.
The future will not be what it should be if we fall prey to discouragement about our defeats or to pride about our privileges. Whatever has gone before, the Lord wants us to press ahead to the better tomorrow that He has in store for us.
We celebrate birthdays, but do we do anything with our sons and daughters each year to mark the anniversary of their baptism into Christ? And do we talk with our younger children about how important that day will be in their lives when it arrives?
Let’s not take for granted the blessing of having a Creator who cares for us — a gracious Father who is ready and able to supply our every personal need. We can live each day in the confidence that we are supported by a power greater than ourselves.
People we come in contact with each day need to hear the gospel, and they may not know anyone else who will share it with them. We have an obligation to talk with others about the Lord, but it is far more than a mere duty — it is a privilege.
We should view the weekly assemblies of the congregation as a joy and privilege. Given the difficulties of life in this world, it is not likely that we will survive living in it without the edification we get when we worship together. Think about it.
We need to make sure our daily example is one that leads our fellow Christians on the upward path of growth. And beyond setting a good example, we need to engage in teaching, admonishing, and prayer on behalf of our brethren in the Lord.
In Christ, each of us is blessed with the ability to serve. We need to be busy doing our part in the body of Christ. Ultimately, the Lord will judge our workmanship. Let’s work so as not to be ashamed of the quality of our efforts (2 Timothy 2:15).
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