Moments Together for Couples 4/16

by Dennis and Barbara Rainey

Matthew 9:36
And seeing the multitudes, He felt compassion for them, because they were distressed and downcast like sheep without a shepherd.

I struggle as much as anyone with turning a conversation to spiritual things. However, I can't escape a few truths that lead me to step out by faith:

First, I am compelled by the realization that without Christ all men are lost and without hope. Sure, humans do good things, but that doesn't change the fact that we all sin naturally. I've never taught a single one of our six children how to steal a cookie, yet they all have done it. It's part of their natures. And it's because of sin all men are lost.

Second, I'm compelled to share Christ with others because of the reality of hell. Thinking about hell is not in vogue today. But Christ spoke of hell as a real place of eternal judgment and torment.

Third, I want to share the good news because it is the very reason for which Christ came to the planet Earth. Jesus Christ didn't go to the cross just so we could have happy homes. He came "to seek and to save that which was lost" (Luke 19:10).

Look around you. The army of God needs fresh troops who are willing to get into a foxhole. The hour couldn't be more urgent. And your family is an important part of the solution.

"So what do I do?" you ask. Below are a few ideas. Don't let this list overwhelm you. The important thing is to start...somewhere...with something.

Read Witnessing Without Fear by Bill Bright, founder and president of Campus Crusade for Christ. It will show you how to share your faith with confidence in any type of witnessing situation.

Have an evangelistic dinner party at your home for a few couples you know.

Host a "Good News Club" for neighborhood children.

Pick up several copies of "The Four Spiritual Laws" at your local Christian bookstore, and use them to explain the gospel.

Show your children how to share their faith. Invite a neighborhood child to go to church with you.

Now is the time for boldness. Step out and ask people about their relationships with God.

Prayer:

That God will give you an opportunity to share the gospel with them.

Discuss: Take a few minutes and identify people you know who need Christ. Make a list.

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