Christians on fire for God

A few days ago my wife and I were visited by two friends whom we were involved in seeing make a strong commitment of their lives to Jesus after some mission work that I did in Sheffield last year. It was lovely to see how they are on fire for God, to hear how they are enjoying some serious Bible study and that God has started to use them in (and out!) of their local church.

I remember during that mission that God was telling us that through it He was going to have an eternal impact on people's lives. He certainly wasn't wrong and our friends June and Julian are a testimony to that!

But that is what is happening when we step out of the church and evangelise the community. We are having eternal impact on peoples lives! Think about it!

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pastorbrianculver said…
Amen!! makes you want to get out and reach other people, doesn't it? It is such a great feeling when we are obedient to God's Word!
April 13, 2008 at 1:35 PM
Question of Identity said…
Rhea - yes it is most exciting to see God at work!

Pastor Brian Yes it certainly does encourage us to get out and reach as many of the lost as possible.

I know both of you have a heart for getting out into the community to share the gospel of salvation, the good news that repentance and an acceptance of all that Jesus has done for us on the cross - will lead us into a relationship with our Father God.

May God bless you both!

Neil
April 13, 2008 at 1:53 PM
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