Martin and Marcus Rodriguez brought the word of God in tandem this past Sunday at Davis Park. These young men are on fire for God and spreading His message in multiple languages. Just 3 years ago they left Californinia to "go and teach" in China. Even when their Chinese skills were limited God's word convicted people of their sin and many come to know Jesus as their savior.
Their work continues, as they spend time in language school learning more and more about China and the language of the people there.
The message was insightful and direct to us in the American Church. The China Team is approaching evangelism through the use of stories. Each person is changed when they come in contact with Christ and must decide how He will impact their life. Will Jesus be your savior or your judge? The new Christians in China are taught that it is OK to tell your conversion story. They are taught that the conversion story will be upsetting to some and hurtful to others. However, no matter how someone reacts to the story, you still tell the story. Martin's comment, If it means going to jail for telling the Christ story, thats OK, because God wants His story told. Arrested for the gospel means only one thing. Prison Ministry!
Here is some information regarding telling your story. Learn to tell the story of how your life is different because Christ has become a part.
Remember when God came to you in your deepest need and reconciled you to Himself. Forgiveness and Salvation were given to you, this message that changed you, will still change the world. God calls you to bear witness about Christ in everything you do so that the truth of the Gospel of Christ may go out to the rest of the world.
What should my story include?
Gratitude to God for His ability to reach you.
A brief bio sketch about yourself.
Talk about how you bumped into God or how he bumped into you.
Learn meaningful scripture to include in your story.
Talking about what it felt like when you realized you were saved.
Make a brief statement of belief.
Remind people that God helps people survive the problems of this world.
Thank you God for changing my life and allowing me to have Christ in my story.
Buddy
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
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