Three things jumped out at me today while listening to Luke 10-13; we are the workers, prayer and being ready. Let me explain.
In Luke 10:2 He (Jesus) told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” We are the workers and the world is the field. Now is the time for us to do what Jesus instructed us to do in the words of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). Although it can be a scary thing to do, we must always be ready to share the gospel with others. All the advertising in the newspaper, flyers, radio, and even church events, is not what brings people to Christ, rather, it’s usually a one-on-one invitation. Go out and be a disciple for Christ today.
Prayer is the second thing that stuck out to me today. The disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. In Luke 11:2-4 Jesus gives them what we call “The Lord’s Prayer.” Jesus did not mean that we should pray these exact words every time, but rather praying in this manner. Give the Father all praise and honor and glory, thank the Lord for what you have, ask for forgiveness of your sins and help in forgiving others, and pray the Lord will keep you from temptation. It is not so much the words you say but how you enter into prayer. Prayer is not something to be rushed. Find a quiet place, take time to pray and take time to listen to God speaking to your heart.
The third thing that jumped out at me was to be ready. Throughout verses 12-13 Jesus gives warnings and encouragements. He tells us not to worry and be watchful, to repent or perish and to enter through the narrow door. Be ready for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ for we know not the hour or the day. If you have not done so, give your life to the Jesus. Ask for forgiveness of your sins and be baptized. It is that simple. Just say Lord, I am a sinner, I confess my sins and ask your forgiveness, please keep me from temptation to sin no more. Do this and you will be ready.
Mike Dickmann
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