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The Scary 10 Letter Word!

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,” – 1 Peter 3:15

What do you think when you hear the word, “evangelism?”

For a lot of us, it’s a scary word. We think of people yelling on the street corner or awkward forced conversations. These may have their place, but what we are encouraged to in 1 Peter is more natural and gentle.

1 Peter describes us responding to the question of why we have hope or why we act the way we do. It’s just having an answer when we are asked. You can do that!

We are also told to give that answer in gentleness and respect. We aren’t beating people up with the Gospel, we are kindly telling them of what Jesus did so they can have life. You can do that, too!

Take a few minutes to think about how you would respond if someone asked why you have hope.

Heavenly Father,

You have saved me. You have given me hope and a way to live that shows love to others. When people ask me why, give me the boldness to tell them about You. Give me the words to say and help me to speak lovingly and gently.

Amen.

In Christ’s Service,

Pastor Kurt