Those who believe in the Son of God have the testimony of God in them.
1 JOHN 5:10a (GWT)
Your lives are echoing the Master's Word ...The news of your faith in God is out. We don't even have to say anything anymore - You're the message!
1 THESSALONIANS 1:8 (Msg)
"When you became a believer, you also became God's messenger. God wants to speak to the world through you... You may feel you don't have anything to share, but that's the Devil trying to keep you silent." p289
"Your testimony is the story of how Christ has made a difference in your life... [Jesus] wants you to share your [life] story with others... There is no other story like yours, so only you can share it. If you don't share it, it will be lost forever." p290
Kunta Kinte passed on his story to his descendants , which has lasted over 200 years.
"Personal stories are easier to relate to than principles and people love to hear them. They capture our attention, and we remember them longer. Unbelievers would probably lose interest if you start quoting theologians, but they have a natural curiosity about experiences they've never had." p290
"Many people who won't accept the authority of the Bible will listen to a humble, personal story." p291
Point to Ponder:
God wants to say something to the world through me.
Verse to Remember:
"Be ready at all times to answer anyone who asks you to explain the hope you have in you, but do it with gentleness and respect." 1 PETER 3:15b-16 (TEV)
Question to Consider:
As I reflect on my personal story, who does God want me to share it with?
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