All Christians
should share God’s love. The Bible tells us, ”But how can they call on Him to
save them unless they believe in Him? And how can they believe in Him if they
have never heard about Him? And how can they hear about Him unless someone
tells them? And how will anyone go and tell them without being sent? That is
why the Scriptures say, “How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring
good news!” Romans 10:14-15
A path to salvation could take many steps - learn
about God’s existence and Creation, hear about God’s love, find out how God
sent Jesus to show us the Father’s heart, to die for our sins, and offer us
eternal life. Even after someone hears the Gospel, it might take more Christian
influence to help them believe and embrace it. Each interaction you have with a
non-believer can make an impact, and help them on their journey to accepting
Christ.
The
Bible assures us that ”everyone who calls on the Name of the Lord will be
saved” (Joel 2:32). When you love someone, you want to help them find God’s
salvation. God Himself loves humanity so much that He ”wants all people to be
saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth” (1 Timothy 2:4).
The Apostle Paul instructed, ”pray that the Lord’s
message will spread rapidly and be honored” (2
Thessalonians 3:1). When you help someone
understand God’s loving plan, remember to pray that His Word will have an
impact on them. Continue to gently encourage them to accept Jesus as their
Savior. Pray that you will ”make the most of every opportunity. Let
your conversation be gracious and attractive so that you will have the right
response” (Colossians 4:5-6) for
those to whom you present the Gospel.
Finally, remember that you witness with your life as well as
your words. Each time you trust God in the midst of trials, or respond with
Spirit-filled love to those who hurt you, you encourage non-believers to become
Christ-followers as well.
