Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Harvest in America?

Our church name is Harvest, and I am now convinced that the name applies. It applies not because we are so great, but because the fields really are white for harvest (Matthew 9:37). In our part of America at least, we meet so many hurting and needy people that are searching for love or an answer or something different because what they have tried so far has not worked. Not all of these people receive Jesus even after they have been shown his love, but some do! Adults in this culture can and do make decisions to follow Jesus, and their lives really are changed.

If you are not currently seeing this happen in your church or as a result of your witness, I would encourage you to pray that God would open up opportunities to share his love with someone. You don't have to be perfect to share life with someone. If you will simply live authentic loving lives, including your struggles, in front of non-believers they will see the difference. Invite your neighbor over for a BBQ or a co-worker out for coffee/pop. Have a game night at your house or go out with them to their house or even to the bar (if you can do that without temptation yourself). Outreach is not some huge deal that takes years of training. If knowing Jesus is really good news for you, then sharing your life with someone you will be sharing that good news.