REACH OUT WITH THE GOSPEL

COLOSSIANS 4

3 At the same time pray for us, too, that God will open a door [of opportunity] to us for the word, to proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I have been imprisoned; 4 that I may make it clear [and speak boldly and unfold the mystery] in the way I should.

5 Conduct yourself with wisdom in your interactions with outsiders (non-believers), make the most of each opportunity [treating it as something precious]. 6 Let your speech at all times be gracious and pleasant, seasoned with salt, so that you will know how to answer each one [who questions you].

1 Thessalonians 3

  Finally, brothers and sisters, pray continually for us that the word of the Lord will spread rapidly and be honored [triumphantly celebrated and glorified], just as it was with you;

We often hear of an opportunity economy, every political statement from whichever party you listen to, says, we are here to create opportunities for people.

As Christians, we have constant opportunities to share the gospel, we are called to reach out and tell people thee wonderful news of salvation through faith in Christ alone.

Every day we meet many people who seem ok on the outside, but in reality are in deep pain. God brings people across our path every single day, he gives us opportunities to share the gospel, whether by words or Christlike actions.

Look at verse 5 and 6 of Colossians 4, we have to treat every person, we talk to or meet as a precious opportunity. Every person is different, they are unique, they will all different needs, but God will bring people across your path, who you are able to share your testimony and life story with us.

We do not reach them, just by preaching at them, our words and reactions, are to be seasoned with salt. Are our words gracious and pleasant? Do your words and actions drive people away or draw them nearer to Christ?

In letter Q, we talked about being ready to answer people about your faith. I often remember, sharing the gospel and the person concerned just didn’t get it, however simple I made it and how many times I explained it. Remember that once you didn’t get it once, so be patient and gracious.

Sharing the gospel is the most amazing privilege, Jesus reached down and then he reached out, to the poor, helpless and needy.

We are to be to be ready to reach out to a needy world, God will bring people across our path, who we can share with.

Pray that every day, God will give you doors of opportunity and when he does, seize the opportunity and reach out with Christ’s love.

 A final illustration, years ago in the park, I met a Chinese man, who spoke good English, he was fascinated by me, being English. But what we started talking about was not spiritual, it was Henry the eighth and his six wives, then we moved onto spiritual things.

That my friend, it is reaching out and taking every opportunity.

Be part of God’s opportunity outreach!

God bless you

KK