Day 21 ~ Acts 16-20

Paul had a firm grasp on the Christian life. As he was involved in his numerous travels, he preached the Gospel everywhere he went. His only concern was for the growth of God’s Kingdom. As long as the love of Christ was being proclaimed, thoughts for his own well-being were nonexistent. Paul knew what it meant to be persecuted for Christ. Though he was beaten and imprisoned, he continued to share Christ with others. His response to persecution was shouting and singing for joy to God. Paul said, “I consider my life worth nothing to me.” He knew that the task of sharing the Gospel was the most important role he had been given.
We are given the same command to share Christ with others. How well are you doing this? Does your commitment to telling others about the love of God reflect that of Paul? Are you consumed with Christ to the extent that He is all that matters? Maybe the thought of simply going up to someone and telling him or her about Christ is terrifying to you. Start small by building relationships with people who do not know Christ. As you get to know these individuals, look for opportunities to talk with them about the things of God. Invite them to come to church with you. The Holy Spirit will be faithful to work in the lives of these individuals. We must be obedient to sharing Christ with others. It is my prayer that we would all have a heart for the lost as Paul did.

Adam Shelburne