And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
- Mark 16:15
These words were spoken by Jesus before he ascended into heaven. Although it is not always easy to share the good news of Jesus with everyone, it is what Jesus commanded. This is his Great Commission.
One of the best ways to share the news of Jesus is by the example of our lives. If you are walking around miserably, showing others that things are not going your way, or complaining about everything, then your “gospel” – your sharing of the good news – is limited. Alternatively, if you are joyful and are looking for the good in all things, even in the face of sadness and difficult times, then you will have a better way to reach others about Jesus. When you are joyful and positive, people may desire to find out why you are that way even in bad times. When they eventually find out it is because you have Jesus, they may decide they want to find him too.
We all have someone we know that does not know Jesus yet. We may have even tried to talk to this person about Jesus but have been brushed off or otherwise told that they are not interested. Although that person may not have accepted Jesus on that day, a seed still was planted. Don’t think that what you shared fell on deaf ears. It was heard, even if it was not accepted on that day. Keep praying for that person (or people). The seed that God allowed you to plant in their hearts may one day be what helps them find Jesus.
Dear Father,
Thank you that we live in a place where we can freely talk about Jesus. Thank you that we have this freedom. Please help us to focus on the joy that you have given each of us. Help us to find the positive things in our lives. Help us to reach others with your good news. Help them to want to know Jesus too. For those we have told about Jesus, help the seed of truth to blossom in their hearts so that they can seek and know you better.
In Jesus’ Name,
Amen
About the author: Alicia H. Tucker is a homeschool mom of three, after having taught in public schools for over ten years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Technology. She is a freelance writer and is currently working on writing her first book.
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