When you share your faith with others what do you talk about? Do you talk about yourself and all that you’ve done? Or, do you talk about the One Who saved you and about all He has done in your life? Talking to others about Jesus can be intimidating, but we must talk about Jesus.
Your life has been changed by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and nothing should make you shy away from talking about Him. But talking is not enough. The way you live your life must bear witness to your conversation since your character contributes to its authenticity and credibility. As Saint Francis of Assisi put it, “Preach the Gospel at all times. If necessary use words.” You see, if your conduct contradicts what you are attempting to convey in words to the unsaved, then your conversation may seem disingenuous.
When the apostle Peter spoke to the crowd gathered in Jerusalem, as recorded in Acts 2:14-41, he talked about Jesus – His death and His resurrection. Jesus hung on the cross at Calvary as payment for your debt of sin. Jesus was your substitute, He took your place and you ought to consider it a privilege to share the good news of His death and resurrection with everyone. The foundation of your faith is the resurrection of Jesus Christ; without the empty tomb the cross holds no power. The resurrection of Jesus gives hope and meaning to your life, present and eternal.
Talk about Jesus, He is “the Saviour of the world” (John 4:42). Talk about Jesus, there is nothing else in this world that you can talk about that would be of more importance to a person. “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” (Romans 10:15). Declare the Good News!
Talk about Jesus ©2013 Shelley Johnson 24-Feb-13
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