OCT 19

Romans 10:13-15
Memorise Romans 10:15
"And how shall they preach, except they be sent?"

It is undeniably true that it is God who saves. 1 Corinthians 3:6 tells us clearly that you and I might have planted and watered but it is God who gives the increase. But how can sinners be saved, except there are those who are sent to preach the good news of salvation to them? All of us are sent to be witnesses by the call of the Great Commission. The pastors are those who are specially called to preach God’s Word but all believers also have a part to play, in witnessing to our own personal circle of family and friends.

The importance and necessity of evangelising is underlined in Romans 10:15 which describes the "beautiful feet" of those who not only preach the gospel of peace but also bring “glad tidings of good things”. The image is that of a messenger running through distant hills and valleys to bring glad tidings to those who are in captivity. The feet are emblematic of his coming. The messenger’s coming would be beautiful to the recipients because of the message that he brings.

The world of lost souls needs us. Without us, they will die in their sin and spend eternity in hell. Who has the gospel of salvation to tell? Who has been saved to evangelise? How can we not evangelise when God has given us this glorious message of the gospel to bring peace and joy to those who are in darkness? Our coming to proclaim it is joyful to the world. It will fill the anxious sinner with peace; and he will experience joy at the same time if he comes to believe. Therefore, to evangelise is an honoured and blessed work.

Dear teen, do not hesitate to evangelise any longer. Pray for opportunities to evangelise and thank God if such opportunities are given to you. Do not be discouraged if you are rebuffed or unsuccessful. When the gospel is rejected, the blessings will return to you. Soon you will experience the joy of seeing a sinner come to Christ as you witness and God gives the increase.

Thought: We are ambassadors for Christ, bringing the news of reconciliation with God through the gospel.
Prayer: Lord, may I sow abundantly for Thee.