OCT 24

1 Thessalonians 2:13
Memorise 1 Thessalonians 2:13
“ye received the Word not as the word of men.”

When Paul preached the gospel to the people of Thessalonica, he was thankful to God that they received the truth of God’s Word. They believed that it was the Word of God, and not of men.
That should be the way we receive God’s Word. It is divine revelation. If we receive it because we are persuaded by human reasoning or out of great respect for others, it will not abide. True, genuine faith is when the gospel is received as a revelation from God, and from the love of the truth. Therefore, when we evangelize, that is how the gospel has to be received as well. It is not the words of man that we preach, but the very words of God! We desire that the truth of God’s Word alone will work effectually in our hearers’ hearts that they might have true and enduring faith.

Yes, the unadulterated gospel, when preached faithfully, has power to save. Moreover, the Holy Spirit also works in those whom God elects to be His own. What you need is to pray daily, not only for your own spiritual growth but also for the Lord to use you to evangelize effectively. You also need to know your Bible. “Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). Have a good command of salvation Bible texts to help you in your witnessing. These very words of God will convict sinners to repent unto life.

Dear teen, keep up the good work of knowing your Bible, praying daily and keeping your Quiet Time. In this way, you will grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord. Along the way, keep salvation verses close to your heart. They not only constantly remind you of your salvation but you can use them to witness and even to assure others of their salvation. Memorise them, knowing that you will be using them regularly. Make a start. Speak to someone simply about Christ. Tell that person how Jesus saved you, what He has done for you. Be friendly and sincere. Use gospel tracts prayerfully with courage and sensitivity.

Thought: It is through God’s words and not man’s words that a person is saved.
Prayer: Our Father in heaven, teach me to be a faithful witness to Thy saving grace and use me to win some souls for Your glory. (Proverbs 11:30b)