As we head into this Easter season, let’s shift our focus from what Jesus has done for us to how we might be able to give him a costly and purposeful gift that touches his heart and makes sure that He knows how much He means to us.
To Know Him and Make Him Known
Sermons on Matthew (Page 7)
Jesus was baptized as a PSA to announce to His people that He was the One in whom they could hope and to announce to his Father that He was “ALL IN” to do His will, no matter what it cost. God took advantage of the opportunity to announce to Jesus that He was also…
Our investment in the lives of lost people really accelerates when we intentionally develop authentic friendships with them and, in the process, listen long enough to discover their stories. After that, God asks us to discern their next step and then offer whatever resources we can to help them take that step.
If we want to reach lost people, we need a plan. The plan must start with prayer – prayer that God will motivate us to reach people, that He will give us opportunities to speak up, that He will help us find the right words, and that we’ll say them boldly and clearly.
Is it wise to go “ALL IN” on Jesus as your treasure? Why not chase multiple treasures at once?
Seriously– how can JESUS satisfy my deepest cravings?