Whose witness are you?

Key verse(s)/quote(s):

“The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn’t exist.” - Usual Suspects (1995 move release)

“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.”  - 1 Peter 2:9

“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.” - 1 Peter 3:15-16

Key takeaway(s):

1. The church is in the business of disciple making.
2. Never let the primary cause of Christ become the secondary purpose of His church or His people.
3. Goal is not to bring people to “church” but rather to Christ.

Overview:

If one was to witness a crime, such as stealing, and yet did not come forward to provide their eye witness account in a court of law - what would we think of them? If we knew of someone who observed a heinous act such as rape and when asked to speak against the culprit in judicial proceedings they shirked their duties as a citizen in fear of retribution - what would we think of them? Even worse, what if…

How can I share the Gospel with my friends?

Question:

Hi Sumair,

Summer’s nearly over, and school’s about to start. I’m excited, but very upset that I have to graduate this year. This brings me to feeling nervous about how I can bring my friends to church, because as you had told me before, if not me, who? Last Sunday the pastor quoted Paul Harvey in his sermon, saying “Too many Christians are no longer fishers of men, but have become keepers of the aquarium.”, in a sense that as Christians, we have forgotten to save our other brothers and sisters who have not come to know God, and we only concentrate on keeping people in church. My goal this year is to bring a friend to church so that he/she may come to know God. Do you have any tips or advice?

Answer:

Hi Sister,

Firstly, thank you for taking the time to submit your honest and heartfelt inquiry. I am touched by your question because in order to ask it one must (a) believe God is real, (b) understand the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20), and © is compelled by the Love of Christ to share the Good News with others. (2 Corinthians 5:14)

“we have forgotten to save our other brothers and sisters who have not come to know God”
A few comments before I answer your primary question, firstly it is likely semantics but it is important to note when you say “save our brothers and sisters who have not come to know…