There is an old Hymn which states, “We have a story to tell to the nations...” What a true statement! The most effective form of advertising is known as the “testimonial.” That is why advertising companies get someone to say things like, “I tried (insert your favorite brand name), it works! You try it too!”
I have heard many wonderful stories in my time here on Earth of different ways people have come to commit their life to God. Some stories were dynamic. Other stories were very ordinary. Regardless of the "excitement value", all of them need to be told! Why? Because they all involve an "Amazing Grace" from GOD!
The truth is we don’t have to be eloquent (it’s better if we’re not), it’s OK to be nervous (it is better if we are), and my story doesn’t have to qualify to become a “made for TV” movie (most people’s won’t). What we need to do is to be honest, open, brief, and focus on the guarantee of being forgiven rather than on glorifying my disobedience.
I believe the greatest personal story about God’s involvement in a person’s life comes when we can say, “One thing I do know is that I was blind and now I see.”(John 9:29) What a great story! What is your story? “I was ________ (fill in the blank), and now through faith in Jesus I __________ (fill in again).” It doesn’t have to be earth shattering, just real!
Below is an excerpt from a song written in the 70's by a Christian couple and singers named Micky and Becky Moore:
Testimony Song
Well there is not much to tell
whenever I’m compelled
to share my testimony
there’s no hair-raising tails
of hell-raising days
with demons hanging all over me
and I never smoked dope,
or swore at the Pope
or spent the night with a “shady lady”
I just came in bold,
when I was ten years old
and said, “Preacher, I want HIM to save me. © Copyright-Maiden Music (http://www.mickeyandbecki.com)
The greatest story is one that involves a life lived Loving God and Loving People.
Final Note: I invite readers to reply to this blog with your own story. Please keep it to about 10 or 12 sentences or less.
In total agreement with your writings, Pastor Allen! As I was reading it compelled me to think of several things. First, I use the blind man's testimony when people disagree on theology. Second, there are so many books written on "how to share your faith" and yet, it seems less people do. I think the Bible is pretty clear of how..."Just do it!". We don't need a formula to lead people to THE Cure for sin, He is a person. When I tell people about my children, I don't have to read a book on how to share my love and adoration for them. I simply tell about them and the passion they bring to my life, shows! We need to consider the same about our testimonies and how to tell others about Him. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI think that this makes you think. and search out your inner spiritual walk with Jesus.
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