PERSONAL WITNESSING (Proverbs 18:16 and Acts 1:8)

THE NORMAL CHRISTIAN WITNESSING

Jesus said, "The thieve comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full," (John 10:10). God wants you to enjoy a full and rewarding life and has made every provision for this. Here are some basic facts about this life.

First, the Bible is food for the spiritual life, which needs to be nourished just as your body does. Through His Word, God speaks to you and reveals His plan for your life. Read the Bible everyday, try to read at least a chapter a day.

Second, prayer is your lifeline to God. Form the positive habit of starting each day with a few minutes in prayer. So start each day with prayer, and then learn to pray throughout the day as needs arise. Take all your problems and burdens to God, because He is interested in everything you do. "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you," (1 Peter 5:7).

Third, a Christian is to be Christ's witness. You are to be an ambassador for Him wherever you go. This doesn't mean that you go up and down the street confronting every one you meet. It does mean, however, that you start living a life that is different, then pray each day that you might share Christ with others and watch God bring the opportunities! As you faithfully study and memorize the Scriptures, you will become better equipped to do this.

Make the attempt to develop friendly relationships with other Christians at your church, as spiritual fellowship is a great encouragement in growth. The ministry of your pastor will provide strong guidance as you walk in the Christian life with the Lord.

The walk of faith that you are taking does not mean that all your problems are automatically solved. In fact you may find some problems! You will find that the devil, who is God's enemy and yours, will try to spoil the work God is doing in/for you. He will try to make you seriously doubt your faith in Christ. There is only one way to defeat Satan, and that is through the Word of God. Follow the example of Jesus when He was tempted in the wilderness. Each time the devil tempted Him, He reminded Himself of God's Word by quoting Scripture (Matthew 4:4, 7, 10).

THE TIME IS SHORT

“As long as it is day, I must do the work of him who sent me; night is coming when no one can work” John 9:4.