The Fire Withinنمونہ

THE MASTER'S PLAN

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When Ananias heard Jesus calling him to visit Saul, he responded with fear and nervousness. Saul was known as a violently anti-Christian person. Ananias had a good reason to be afraid but Jesus told him to go anyway. He also showed him the plan that He had for Saul.

Some of the people we are reaching out to can also be very intimidating. Maybe they are parents who do not know Jesus. Maybe they are our friends who might laugh at us. Or maybe it is the campus bully. Regardless of their background, we do not need to be afraid because Jesus is with us and He is sending us.

The other thing we need to remember is that God has a great and glorious plan for them. In the same way that Jesus saved us and set us on a great and glorious mission, God intends to do the same with them. Remember the next time you share the gospel to people, remember that God has a great plan for them, too.

REFLECT

1. What are the specific times, situations, or people that sometimes intimidate you in sharing your faith? What are you afraid of in these situations?
2. Do you believe that the people you are discipling or reaching out to have a great purpose from God? Are you committed to help them accomplish it?

RESPOND

1. Pray for the people you are following up. Ask God to show you His great plan for their lives. Remind yourself of these things the next time you talk with them.
2. Have there been times or opportunities in the past where you have backed out from sharing your faith because of fear? Ask for God’s forgiveness for not being in faith. Try to contact that person to resume the conversation if possible.